Middlesbrough hand first pro contract to Shea Connor

Congrats to Shea Connor on his first pro contract 👏 #UTB

— Middlesbrough FC (@Boro) January 11, 2024

"Teenage goalkeeper Shea Connor has signed his first professional contract with the club," read a statement on the official Middlesbrough website.

"The 18-year-old has signed a deal until 2027 with the option of a further year.

"The contract is reward for a player who has been involved at all levels this season.

"He has played for both our Under-18s and U21s, and has also been a regular traveller with the senior squad as a back-up goalkeeper.

"Born in Stockton, Shea has been with the club's Academy since the age of nine."