Talent & Academy Pipeline
Player Development & Valuations | 2025/26
Active Academy Players
71
Cat 2+ Academies
6 / 12 Clubs
Est. Total Youth Value
£1.9M
The English System "Blessing" for Welsh Talent
- •Welsh players develop in the English academy system then return — free talent pipeline for Cymru Premier clubs
- •Grassroots-to-Premier-League pathway proven: Wales consistently produces international-calibre players
- •FAW investing in coaching standards to retain more talent domestically
- •Youth development is an asset-light, high-return investment for club owners
— Noel Mooney, FAW CEO
U21 Minutes Played (Top 6 Clubs)
Top League Prospects
| Player | Club | Age | Est. Value |
|---|---|---|---|
86 A. RobertsRW | Haverfordwest | 18 | £250k |
84 D. DaviesCB | Penybont | 17 | £180k |
82 G. WilliamsCF | Haverfordwest | 21 | £150k |
82 L. ThomasCM | Cardiff Met | 19 | £150k |
80 M. WilliamsST | Caernarfon | 18 | £120k |