Mikey Moore

⚽ Mikey Moore: Rising English Star at Tottenham Hotspur

🧾 Personal Details & Background

Full Name: Mikey Steven Danny Moore
Born: August 11, 2007, in Southwark, London, England (age 17 in mid‑2025) Wikipedia+15Wikipedia+15Spurs Web+15
Height: 1.80 m Spurs Web+6Transfermarkt+6Wikipedia+6
Position: Winger (primarily left, but also right wing or attacking midfield) The Sun+2Premier League+2Wikipedia+2

🏟️ Club Career at Tottenham

Joined Tottenham Hotspur Academy at age 7 and developed through the youth ranks, breaking into the U‑21 squad at just 15 The Sun+4Premier League+4The Sun+4.
Made Premier League debut on May 14, 2024, against Manchester City at 16 years and 277 days — making him Spurs' youngest-ever Premier League player, surpassing previous record holder Dane Scarlett Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3Wikipedia+3.
On August 12, 2024, a day after turning 17, he signed a three-year professional contract, the maximum allowed under FIFA regulations — reputedly the most lucrative youth contract at the club at the time Cartilage Free Captain.
Appeared in both the Premier League and UEFA Europa League during the 2024–25 season, including full starts and critical contributions Spurs Web+6Wikipedia+6Premier League+6.

🌟 Key Milestone: First Senior Goal

On January 30, 2025, Mikey Moore scored his first senior goal in a Europa League match against IF Elfsborg. At 17 years and 172 days old, he became the youngest English player to score in a major European competition, breaking a record held since 1957 by Jimmy Greaves Spurs Web+7Wikipedia+7Wikipedia+7.

🏅 International Career

Represented England across youth levels:
- England U15: 4 caps, 1 goal
- England U16: 15 caps, 7 goals
- England U17: 12 caps, 10 goals — starred at the 2024 UEFA European U17 Championship, scoring multiple goals in the group stage Cartilage Free Captain+2The Sun+2The Sun+2Wikipedia
- England U19: 8 caps, 3 goals by mid-2025 Wikipedia

🧠 Playing Style & Comparisons

Known for close ball control, dribbling, versatility across forward positions, and a mature mindset on the pitch Premier League.
Teammates and coaches have compared him to Jack Grealish and Neymar, praising his technical ability and physical presence—even at 17. James Maddison and manager Ange Postecoglou have noted his impact and maturity on the field The Sun+1TalkSport+1.

🔁 Transfer & Loan Interest

Despite interest from clubs like Dortmund, West Brom, and others, Tottenham initially retained Moore to aid his development under senior staff — likened to the nurturing of Phil Foden at Manchester City Wikipedia+13TalkSport+13The Sun+13.
As of July 2025, Rangers have emerged as front‑runners for a loan move, potentially offering Champions League experience and first-team minutes abroad Spurs Web+1The Scottish Sun+1.

📊 At a Glance: Mikey Moore Summary

Category	Details
Date of Birth	August 11, 2007 (17 years old)
Club	Tottenham Hotspur
Position	Winger (primary left; flexible across front line)
Debut	May 14, 2024 (Premier League, vs Man City)
First Goal	Jan 30, 2025 (Europa League vs Elfsborg)
International	England U15, U16, U17, U19
Playing Style	Technical dribbler, mature beyond age, versatile
Next Step	Potential loan to Rangers for development

✅ Final Thoughts

Mikey Moore is already turning heads as one of the most promising talents in English football. With historic debuts, early international success, and comparisons to elite wingers, he is expected to play a key role in both Spurs’ future and England’s youth progression. A potential loan move this summer could accelerate his growth with valuable game time and experience.

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