Jack Rodwell signed a five-year contract with the Blues after scoring his first senior goal against Aston Villa in the FA Cup last month, and has already been touted by some as a future England international.
But today the family and friends who know him best spoke of their pride as the polite, unassuming Birkdale boy became a man.
Carol Rodwell says her son will celebrate his 18th birthday with a family meal near their home in Birkdale, Southport.
“The players have got the day off training and we’re going for a nice meal,” says the beautician.
“Jack didn’t want a big party or anything like that. We are so proud of him. He has handled all the attention very well. Jack has always had time for his mates and football is his life.
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