Hayden Hackney: Everton's new midfield gem forged by tough love

From a brutal League Two loan to Everton's Premier League stage, Hackney's grit was born in adversity.

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What happened. Hayden Hackney, last season's Championship player of the season, has joined Everton from Middlesbrough in a deal that could reach £24.5million, and is set to make his Premier League debut this weekend.

• Hackney captained Middlesbrough to the Championship play-off final, ending in tears.
• A loan at Scunthorpe in 2021-22 toughened him, per former boss Neil Cox.
• He chose Everton over Manchester United due to David Moyes' plan.

“He wasn't arrogant, he just wanted to play in the Premier League.”

— Neil Cox

If Hackney adapts quickly, England call-ups could follow after his youth pedigree.

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