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Ben Godfrey

Benjamin Matthew Godfrey (born 15 January 1998) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Premier League club Everton and the England national team.

Club Career

Early career

Godfrey captained the York & District under-13 team that beat Southampton at Stadium MK in the final of the English Schools' FA Inter-Association Trophy in May 2011. This was the first time a team from York had won an English Schools' FA competition. He started his career with York City's youth system, before moving to Middlesbrough in the summer of 2011. After being released by the club, he had trials with Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday, before returning to York at under-15 level, with whom he started his scholarship. Godfrey captained York's under-18 team in the 2014–15 season, while still a first-year scholar. His first involvement with the first team came as an unused substitute in a League Two match against Newport County on 11 October 2014. Godfrey made his debut aged 17 when starting York's 1–0 home win over Yeovil Town on 18 August 2015. He scored his first goal for York in the eighth minute of stoppage time in a 2–1 home loss to Plymouth Argyle on 14 November 2015 with a shot from 10 yards.

Norwich City

Godfrey signed for Premier League club Norwich City on 15 January 2016 on a three-and-a-half-year contract for an undisclosed fee and would initially play in their academy team. He made his debut on 23 August as a substitute in the 65th minute of Norwich's EFL Cup second round match against Coventry City and scored in the 87th minute of a 6–1 home win with a shot from outside the penalty area. Godfrey made his league debut in a 2–0 home win over Birmingham City on 28 January 2017 as an 81st-minute substitute. He signed a new four-year contract with Norwich on 11 August 2017, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2021.

On 24 August 2017, Godfrey joined League One club Shrewsbury Town on loan until 1 January 2018. The de

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24 April 2025
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Newcastlevs.Ipswich
Ipswich Town head coach Kieran McKenna has lost Leif Davis to suspension for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park.
24 April 2025
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Newcastlevs.Ipswich
Ipswich Town's brief return to the big time could officially come to an end on Saturday afternoon, when they face the daunting prospect of a trip to St James' Park to square off with Newcastle United.
24 February 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Man Utdvs.Ipswich
Ipswich Town defender Axel Tuanzebe could return to the starting XI on his old stomping ground when the Tractor Boys go to Old Trafford to face Manchester United in the Premier League on Wednesday.
24 February 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Man Utdvs.Ipswich
Manchester United will look to arrest a woeful run of home form when they welcome relegation favourites Ipswich Town to Old Trafford in the Premier League on Wednesday.
23 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Julio Enciso joins Ipswich: Brighton's Fabian Hurzeler explains decision behind loan transfer
Ipswich Town have announced the signing of Paraguay international Julio Enciso on loan from Brighton & Hove Albion.
23 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Liverpoolvs.Ipswich
Ipswich Town head coach Kieran McKenna can once again call on Kalvin Phillips for Saturday's Premier League showdown with Liverpool at Anfield.
17 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Ipswichvs.Man City
Ipswich Town new boy Jaden Philogene could come straight into the Tractor Boys' starting lineup when they host Manchester City in Sunday's Premier League contest at Stamford Bridge.
9 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Transfer news and rumours today: Jaden Philogene to Ipswich, Enzo Le Fee to Sunderland, Diego Carlos to Fenerbahce
Ipswich Town have reportedly agreed a deal with fellow Premier League club Aston Villa to sign winger Jaden Philogene.
5 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Transfer news and rumours: Ben Godfrey to Ipswich, Max Aarons to Lille, Andrew Omobamidele to Leeds
Ipswich Town are reportedly on the verge of signing central defender Ben Godfrey on loan from Atalanta BC.
4 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Ederson, Omar Marmoush, Diogo Dalot
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe have one final chance to strengthen their squads for the second half of the season.
3 January 2025
sportsmole.co.uk
Transfer news and rumours today: Aston Villa's Donyell Malen setback, Ben Godfrey to Ipswich, Matai Akinmboni to Bournemouth
Aston Villa have reportedly failed with their first bid for Borussia Dortmund attacker Donyell Malen.
3 January 2025
talksport.com
Ben Godfrey set for Premier League return with eight clubs interested
Former Everton defender Ben Godfrey is in advanced talks over a move to Ipswich, talkSPORT understands.
24 December 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Injury-ravaged Tottenham 'make approach' to sign former Everton defender
Tottenham Hotspur are considering a January move for former Everton defender Ben Godfrey to bolster their defence, according to a report.
23 December 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Spurs transfer news: Ange Postecoglou 'targeting' ex-Premier League defender amid injury crisis
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in signing Everton defender Ben Godfrey.
15 December 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Wolves transfer news: Midlands duo 'leading chase' for former Premier League defender
Wolverhampton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest are reportedly preparing to test Atalanta BC's resolve regarding the future of Ben Godfrey.
24 November 2024
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Young Boysvs.Atalanta
From dark horses to genuine contenders for the Serie A crown, Atalanta BC now hope to enhance their Champions League credentials on Tuesday, when they visit BSC Young Boys.
8 November 2024
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Man United transfer news: Dyche comments set to potentially drum up interest in Branthwaite?
Manchester United have received a boost in any potential pursuit for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, following comments from Toffees' manager Sean Dyche.
30 September 2024
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Shakhtarvs.Atalanta
After both settled for goalless draws in their Champions League opener, Shakhtar Donetsk and Atalanta BC will seek a first league-phase victory when they meet in Gelsenkirchen on Wednesday.
26 September 2024
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Bolognavs.Atalanta
Seeking their fourth straight win over Atalanta BC in Serie A, Bologna will welcome La Dea to Stadio Dall'Ara on Saturday evening.
17 September 2024
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Atalantavs.Arsenal
Following last term's Europa League heroics, Atalanta BC return to the Champions League on Thursday evening, as they welcome Arsenal to the freshly renovated Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo.
17 September 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Atalantavs.Arsenal
After making it all the way to the quarter-finals in last term's comeback campaign, Arsenal return to the Champions League on Thursday, as they meet Atalanta BC in Bergamo.
22 August 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Everton among clubs interested in Newcastle star who 'wants to leave'
Newcastle United right-back Kieran Trippier reportedly wants to leave the club before the summer transfer window closes in England on August 30.
20 August 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Everton transfer news: Toffees 'make offer' for £51.2m Brazilian scouted by Arsenal
Everton have reportedly made an offer to sign Brazilian starlet Alisson Santana from Atletico Mineiro.
17 August 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Leccevs.Atalanta
Following a glorious climax to last season, Atalanta BC begin their latest league campaign on Monday, as they travel south to meet Lecce at Stadio Via del Mare.
16 August 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Sean Dyche issues Dominic Calvert-Lewin update amid Man United, West Ham links
Everton manager Sean Dyche has refused to rule out the prospect of losing striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin before the transfer window closes on August 30.
12 August 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Real Madridvs.Atalanta
The first slice of European stardom for the 2024-25 season is up for grabs on Wednesday evening, as Real Madrid and Atalanta BC clash in Warsaw in the latest edition of the UEFA Super Cup.
2 August 2024
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Parmavs.Atalanta
Building towards the new Serie A season and their upcoming assault on the Champions League, Atalanta BC visit Parma at Stadio Tardini on Sunday.
22 July 2024
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Transfer news and rumours: Tomori to West Ham, Mykolenko to Napoli, Adams to Torino
West Ham United are reportedly pursuing a move for AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori after their deal for Nice's Jean-Clair Todibo hit a brick wall.
17 July 2024
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SligoSligo Roversvs.Everton
Everton will begin their preparations for the 2024-25 campaign with a pre-season friendly against League of Ireland Premier Division outfit Sligo Rovers on Saturday afternoon.
7 July 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Transfer news and rumours: Morgan Gibbs-White update, Jamie Donley to Luton, Michael Keane future
Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White is reportedly expected to stay at the City Ground for the 2024-25 season.
5 July 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Man Utd transfer news: Jarrad Branthwaite 'reacts' to stalling £70m transfer
Manchester United-linked Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite is reportedly growing annoyed with the lack of progress over a possible move to Old Trafford.
30 June 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Man United 'at risk' of losing out on Branthwaite to Premier League rivals
Manchester United's bid to prise Jarrad Branthwaite away from Everton could be scuppered by arch-rivals Manchester City, according to a report.
28 June 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Done deal: Ben Godfrey reacts to joining Atalanta BC from Everton
Atalanta BC have announced the signing of Everton defender Ben Godfrey for a free believed to be in the region of £10m.
28 June 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Everton transfer news: Ben Godfrey 'on verge' of £10m Champions League move
Everton have reportedly reached an agreement with Serie A side Atalanta BC to sell defender Ben Godfrey for around £10m.
4 June 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Transfer rumours: Paulo Dybala to Premier League, Emerson Royal, Ben Godfrey to AC Milan
Roma forward Paulo Dybala is reportedly considering a transfer to the Premier League this summer.
10 May 2024
sportsmole.co.uk
Sean Dyche provides update on defender's future at Everton
Sean Dyche has said that the "mindset" of Everton captain Seamus Coleman "is to keep playing" next season ahead of Saturday's final home fixture of the current campaign against Sheffield United.
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