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Urban Negi: The 9-year-old wonderkid of Indian Origin joins Everton

Meet Urban Negi, the 9 year old Indian Origin who has joined Everton's academy and idolises their senior team star player Iliman Ndiaye.

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Last updated: 29.11.2025
Urban Negi Everton Signing

Urban Negi, a 9 year old of Indian Origin, has made history by officially signing for Everton's youth academy. In what is undoubtedly a proud moment for India, he will start training in Finch Farm for Everton's under-9 youth academy, where Everton has developed several young players into future superstars of football.


Urban Negi - Future Indian player in the Premier League?

It was at the age of 7 that Urban first caught the attention of others through his special talent, when he was playing for Dynamo Youth FC, who are a well known grassroots club in South East London. The Indian-origin kid stood out from the rest, and his positive performance in trials is what eventually led to him joining the Everton Youth Academy.


The younger also has big dreams, as he stated his desire to follow in the footsteps of his idol Iliman Ndiaye, who is a current Everton star known for his creative and energetic style of play. Those who've closely seen Urban are of the belief that the Indian-origin kid already possesses the technical skills required to reach the next level.


Conclusion:

Urban Negi's signing to Everton's youth academy is undoubtedly a proud moment for India and Indian football fans. Hopefully he fulfills his immense potential and makes the country proud, while at the same time, let's hope his story inspires the Indian football wonderkids and players out there to dream big and achieve their dreams.

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