Fleetwood Town's former forward David Ball has agreed to join FC St Helens on a permanent basis. Ball started his football career with Prestwich Marauders before joining Manchester City's academy at seven years old.

What happened to David Ball at Manchester City?

Ball was a standout performer in Manchester City's youth ranks and scored in the 2008 FA Youth Cup final against Chelsea. He was named City's Reserve player of the month in February 2008 and academy player of the month two months prior.

Why did David Ball leave Manchester City?

Despite being close to making his professional debut for Manchester City, Ball never got the opportunity and eventually joined Swindon Town on loan after recovering from a metatarsal injury.

What were David Ball's achievements at Fleetwood Town?

Ball joined Fleetwood Town in 2012 and won promotion out of League Two with the team in 2014. He scored an audacious lobbed equaliser against Preston North End in 2015, which was nominated for the FIFA Puskás Award.

SeasonAppearancesGoals
2012-2013389
2013-20144013
2014-2015308

Ball's move to FC St Helens marks a new chapter in his career, and Fleetwood Town wishes him the best in his future endeavors.