Finlay Gorman
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Youth career: Leeds United, Manchester City (since 2024)
Current club: Manchester City
Squad number: —
Current national team: England U-17
Position: central midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger
Preferred foot: left
Market value (by transfermarkt.de): —
Tournaments participated in: 2025 UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualification elite round (3/2)
Contract until: unknown
Player’s agent: unknown
Transfer rumours: —
Similar type of player: Martin Ødegaard
Strengths:
– passing 
– vision
– technique
– ball control
– creativity
– first touch
– dribbling
– football IQ
– agility
– pace 
– acceleration
– long shots
– crossing
– versatility
To improve:
– while he doesn’t shy away from contact duels and is relatively strong for his frame, he remains a player with limited physical impact on the game
– the maturity of his decision-making is still developing, but it will undoubtedly improve with age and experience
– he shows a positive work rate and energy off the ball, but his positioning and overall efficiency in the defensive phase still need improvement
Style of play:
– roaming playmaker/advanced playmaker/wide playmaker
– superb coordination and change of pace, combined with excellent speed and acceleration
– likes to be given plenty of creative freedom, allowing him to roam freely in the final third and influence the game across various attacking zones
– great mix of an orchestrating midfielder and dribbler, capable of controlling the tempo while also taking on defenders with his skillset and agility
– highly intelligent and creative player, who sees the game differently from the others, positions himself smartly between the lines, constantly seeking space and showing great comfort and confidence on the ball
– naturally gifted ball carrier with magnificent ball control and exceptional footwork
– possesses the vision and confidence to consistently deliver incisive final passes and create high-quality goalscoring chances for his teammates
– spectacular and unpredictable player able to make a difference at any time thanks to his dribbling, shooting, and passing skills
– likes to operate in the right half spaces, where he can exploit the space and link up play effectively
– possesses precise mid and long-range shooting skills, making him a consistent threat from outside the penalty area
– skillful dribbler with futsal-like close control, effortlessly gliding past players thanks to his exceptional technique, agility, and quick feet
– highly elegant on the ball with a silky touch
– excellent composure and footwork in tight spaces, allowing him to maintain possession and make quick decisions under pressure
– while not used frequently, he’s capable of carrying the ball, passing, and scoring comfortably with his weaker right foot
– good crossing skills, both from open play and set pieces
Gorman controls the ball outside the penalty area, loses his marker with a quick feint, and scores with a beautiful curler.
After a good run through the middle, Gorman spots the movement of his teammate and provides an assist with a perfectly weighted pass.
Gorman loses his markers with a superb off-the-ball movement, enters the penalty area, feints both the goalkeeper and defender with a brilliant move, and scores calmly.
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He is best suited to playing as:
Central midfielder in 4-3-3.
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League summary (as of 11 April 2025):
No senior team appearances yet.
Description:
Finlay Gorman stands out as one of the most remarkable talents among the U17 midfielders in Europe. On 12 August 2023, he became the youngest player to score twice in a Premier League Under-18. In January 2024, he made a significant transition from the prestigious Leeds United academy to the exceptional Manchester City youth academy. He is an important figure in a captivating generation of English players born in 2008, alongside notable talents such as Rio Ngumoha, Kaden Braithwaite, Junai Byfield, Igor Tyjon, Malachi Hardy, Chinaza Nwosu, Alejandro Gomes Rodriguez, Ryan McAidoo, Reigan Heskey, Lucá Williams-Barnett, and Harry Gray.
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Football Talent Scout potential rating:
Player has the potential to become a key player in a top European club.
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