Nathan Delfouneso

Nathan Delfouneso (born February 2, 1991 in Tyseley, Birmingham) is a professional player who currently plays for Aston Villa in the FA Premier League, as a striker.

Delfouneso is a player who is considered a huge talent at Aston Villa, and is currently a regular for both the club's Reserves and Academy teams. He is a player who is regarded in the mould of current Villa striker Luke Moore, in that he is tall, quick, powerful and has a natural eye for goal. These qualities earned him a debut for the Reserve team in March 2007 - just a month after turning 16. In October 2007, he scored his first goal for the Reserves in a 1-1 draw with Reading.

In June 2007, it was reported that Aston Villa had offered a contract to Delfouneso with the view to a professional deal as soon as he reaches the age of 17.

Defouneso was also a regular for the England U16 team - collecting 8 caps and scoring 3 goals during this period, all 3 were scored in the 2006 Victory Shield.

In October 2007, Delfouneso marked his debut for the England U17 team with a hat-trick in a 6-0 victory over Malta.

The U-17 team continued there run of form with another 6-0 over Estonia on 23rd October 2007, with Delfouneso bagging another.

Personal life

Nathan Delfouneso was born in the Tyseley area of Birmingham. He attended Ninestiles School during his Secondary education.

Honours
Aston Villa
* Ergenzingen U-19 Tournament
** Runner-Up: 2007
** Player of the Tournament': 2007

England
* Victory Shield
** Winner: 2006
** Top Goalscorer: 2006

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