Braiden Graham has been handed even more recognition for a stellar campaign with Everton’s U21 side.
The 18-year-old forward is joined by goalkeeper George Pickford among the eight nominees for the Premier League 2 Player of the Season.
Everton U21s did not make the cut for the Premier League 2 play-offs, but there were some brilliant individual performers.
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Paul Tait has been able to utilise Graham as his star forward this season and the youngster is receiving all the credit he deserves for an excellent campaign.
Everton’s Braiden Graham nominated for Player of the Season
Graham has been praised by Moyes recently, with the Everton manager admitting he has been impressed with the 18-year-old.
There are still some concerns over his physicality, with the forward yet to fully test himself in the men’s game.
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During the Premier League 2 campaign, Graham returned 12 goals across his 18 appearances.
| Competition | Apps | Goals | Assists |
| Premier League 2 | 18 | 12 | 2 |
| PDL play-offs | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| FA Youth Cup | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| National League Cup | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| PL International Cup | 5 | 2 | 1 |
However, the exciting youngster has carried that form into the PDL play-offs, with Graham scoring twice against both Watford and Brentford.
Moyes called Graham up to Everton training just last week ahead of the Manchester City game.
Although Graham is unlikely to feature for the senior side before the end of the campaign, it is a huge positive to see the Everton prospect get some nationwide recognition.
George Pickford rightfully gets praise for U21 campaign
Jordan Pickford has mentored George Pickford behind the scenes at Finch Farm this season.
No relation to the England number one, Pickford has excelled at U21 level, which earned him a loan with Southport earlier this year.
Despite spending time away from the youth level by playing for Southport, Pickford’s excellent record in the Premier League 2 has earned him a nomination.
Having kept six clean sheets in the division, Everton secured George to a new deal on Merseyside.
The future looks bright for the Young Blues.
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