Manchester City Sign 16-Year-Old Goalkeeper Ben Vickery from Hibernian

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Teenager Ben Vickery has made a high-profile transfer from Hibernian to Manchester City, marking a significant move for the young goalkeeper. The 16-year-old, who had been part of the Hibernian FC academy since he was 10, has attracted attention from elite clubs due to his potential. As part of the deal, Manchester City has agreed to pay a substantial fee to secure Vickery's services, with Hibernian also receiving a sell-on clause. This move comes on the heels of another Borderer, Josh Landers, who signed with West Ham United earlier this year.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ben Vickery, a 16-year-old goalkeeper, has signed with English Premier League side Manchester City from Hibernian FC.
  • The transfer is considered a significant move, with Manchester City paying a substantial fee to secure Vickery's services.
  • Hibernian FC has received a sell-on clause as part of the deal.
  • Vickery, who joined Hibs at age 10, has developed through the club's academy and has also been involved with Scotland's youth set-up, featuring for the under-16s.
  • This is the second time in a year that a player from Hibernian has made the move to an English Premier League club, following Josh Landers' transfer to West Ham United.
  • Vickery becomes the youngest player from the Scottish league to join a Premier League club this year.
  • The transfer deal highlights the potential of young Scottish players to attract interest from top-tier clubs in England.

Statistics:

  • Ben Vickery is 16 years old.
  • He has been part of Hibernian FC's academy since he was 10 years old.
  • The transfer deal includes a sell-on clause for Hibernian FC.
  • Manchester City has agreed to pay a substantial fee (amount not specified) for Vickery's services.
  • Josh Landers, another Borderer, signed with West Ham United earlier this year.

Sources:

  • Hibernian FC (no date)
  • Malky Mackay, Hibernian Sporting Director
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