Teenage footballer from Ashington on trial with Italian giants Inter Milan

A promising young footballer from Ashington is hoping to take the next step in his career after earning the opportunity to train with Italian giants Inter Milan.

Edward Simons, a talented centre midfielder, began his football journey at Ashington Town FC where his ability and determination quickly marked him out as one of the club’s brightest young prospects.

At the age of 13, he was scouted by Carlisle United, continuing his development within a professional academy environment.

More recently, Simons impressed during an elite youth tournament in Northern Ireland, which was attended by Inter Milan scouts. His performances in midfield are understood to have caught the attention of the Serie A club, leading to an invitation to experience their training environment.

Known for his composure on the ball, work rate, and vision in midfield, the young Ashington footballer has developed a great reputation as an exciting prospect with a bright future ahead.

Although still at the beginning of his football career, Simons has big ambitions and hopes to one day follow in the footsteps of some of the North East’s greatest footballers. He hopes to follow legacy of the Ashington footballing icon, Bobby Charlton.

Training with a club of Inter Milan’s stature is a significant milestone for any young player and represents another important step in Simons development as he continues to pursue his dream of playing professional football.