Chris Atherton, a 16-year-old forward and Northern Ireland Under-17 international, has transferred from Glenavon to Chelsea. He gained recognition at age 13 for becoming the youngest senior footballer in the UK after debuting for Glenavon. Atherton broke the previous record held by Jordan Allan when he played as a substitute in a BetMcLean Cup match. He became a first-team regular, notably scoring his first Irish Premiership goal against Loughgall during the 2024-25 season. Glenavon announced the transfer via social media, wishing him well in his career.
Chris Atherton, a 16-year-old forward, leaves Glenavon to join Chelsea after making history as the youngest senior footballer in the UK at 13 years and 329 days old.
Atherton broke the senior record previously held by Jordan Allan, debuting for Glenavon as a substitute in a 6-0 victory, marking a significant achievement.
Throughout the 2024-25 season, Atherton was a first-team regular for Glenavon, scoring his first Irish Premiership goal against Loughgall in March.
Glenavon confirmed Atherton's departure to Chelsea on social media, expressing well wishes for his future and hope for continued ties with the club.
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