Daniel was born and raised in Canada and started his football journey there. After moving with his parents to England Daniel attended our Birmingham football trial event back in April 2018, playing as a full back in the trial games. From our one-day event, Daniel was invited to trial for Sheffield United’s academy, where he continued to perform and impress. The club coaches recognised Daniel’s attacking flair, pace and power and started playing him as a winger.

At the time all of this was happening when speaking with Daniel on his opportunity, he told us: “When I found out the club were interested, I was so excited and could not wait to express my technical and tactical ability on the pitch. When I found out they wanted to sign me, it felt amazing, and I just wanted to push even harder and go even further in my career.” He added.

Following Daniel’s dream start to life as a professional footballer Daniel continued to work hard and improve, and all of his hard work and dedication paid off with a national team call up in March 2021 to represent England at U18 level against Wales. We recall what we asked Daniel at the time when we asked him how his call up felt…“I felt amazing. I felt so honoured, and I am so thankful. The training with England was short, sharp and they pushed us to keep fit and not fatigue. When I first stepped onto the pitch in the England kit, I felt amazing. I was focused and ready to give it my all. I enjoyed every last second.” The England call up was just the beginning of what would turn out to be an unbelievable couple of months for Daniel as he earned himself a regular starting position in many Premier League games.

It was announced just yesterday (11^th July 2024) that Daniel had signed a 4-year deal at Premier League club AFC Bournemouth following his contract at Sheffield United expiring.

Since Daniel signing a professional contract with Sheffield United, he has gone on to represent England at three different youth levels and was part of the 2022 UEFA European Under-19 Championship-winning squad. He has been labelled an “exciting striker who has many promising attributes and has already provided some memorable moments in his young career so far” by the AFC Bournemouth’s Chief Executive.

Daniel’s attitude was paramount to his development as a player and he has pushed himself constantly, worked hard and this has now come to fruition with an excellent move to a Premier League club. Daniel is no doubt hoping he can make a big impact at the club and earn a regular spot in the starting line-up and become a fan favourite.

Recapping on Daniel’s advice back when he signed for Sheffield United to all other aspiring young footballers…”For all the young players who want to turn pro and play at the top level, it’s simple, always give 110% in both training and in matches. That hard work you put in will always benefit you when you step onto the pitch. Always enjoy the game. If you don’t love the sport and also have the passion and drive, you won’t reach your maximum potential.”

All of us at UK Football Trials are ecstatic for Daniel and would like to congratulate him on his fantastic new move to AFC Bournemouth. We are very much looking forward to watching Daniel play in the premier League again. Best wishes Daniel.