James Vaughan facts for kids
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Personal information | |||
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Full name | James Oliver Vaughan | ||
Date of birth | 14 July 1988 | ||
Place of birth | Birmingham, England | ||
Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||
Playing position | Striker | ||
Club information | |||
Current club | Leicester City | ||
Number | 27 | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
2004- 2009 2010- |
Everton →Derby County (loan) →Leicester City (loan) |
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James Vaughan is an English footballer. He was born on July 14, 1988, in Birmingham, England. He plays as a Striker, which means his main job is to score goals for his team. Currently, he plays for Leicester City.
James Vaughan's Football Career
Playing for Everton
James Vaughan started his professional football journey at Everton in 2004. Everton is a well-known club that plays in the English Premier League. This is the highest level of football in England. He spent several years with Everton, learning and growing as a player. He played in many games for the club during this time.
Loan Spells at Other Clubs
While still an Everton player, James Vaughan also had the chance to play for other teams. These were called "loan" moves. In 2009, he went on loan to Derby County. This club plays in the Football League Championship, which is the league just below the Premier League.
Later, in 2010, he also joined Leicester City on loan. Leicester City also plays in the Championship. These loan spells helped him get more playing time and experience in different teams and leagues.