Port Vale FC can confirm that Tommy McDermott has joined Premier League side, Burnley, for an undisclosed fee.
A product of the Vale’s youth system, the 18-year-old signed his first professional contract with the Valiants in the Summer of 2022 before going on to make nine first team appearances across all competitions.
Speaking of McDermott’s departure, Port Vale FC’s Director of Football, Dave Flitcroft, said:
"At the start of last season, Tommy was the first professional contract that we gave to a player out of our academy since I arrived at the club.
"Due to not having an U21s group, in order for Tommy to get playing minutes, we loaned him out. The loan vehicle was excellent for James Plant, but it hasn’t been as successful for Tommy. The deal gives Tommy the opportunity to now continue his development in the U21s system at Burnley. We feel this is the right deal for him and for the club.
"We wish Tommy all the best with his future and will be monitoring the success of this deal."
Everybody connected with Port Vale FC would like to wish Tommy the very best of luck in his future career.