Thierno Barry has officially completed his move to Everton from La Liga side Villarreal, marking the start of a new chapter in the Premier League for the promising Franco-Guinean forward.
The 21-year-old striker joined the Spanish outfit less than a year ago from Swiss club FC Basel but now departs after a standout debut season in Spain’s top flight.
Barry’s performances in La Liga—scoring 11 goals and providing 4 assists across 35 appearances—quickly attracted interest, with Everton acting swiftly to secure his services.
Following a successful medical, Barry put pen to paper at Goodison Park, becoming the Toffees’ latest summer signing. The deal sees him transition from the technical demands of La Liga to the physical intensity of English football, as Everton look to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new campaign.
Barry’s impact at Villarreal was immediate. Despite his short stint with the Yellow Submarine, the forward quickly established himself as a key figure in the squad.
His ability to stretch defences with pace and intelligence, combined with a calm presence in front of goal, made him one of the most promising young talents in Spanish football last season.
In a heartfelt message posted on his social media platforms, Barry shared his appreciation for Villarreal and their supporters: “It was a great honor to wear this jersey.
Thank you for the love you have shown me since the first day, with this beautiful memory of my first goal at the stadium. It gave me the strength to fight every weekend.”
His words underscored the emotional connection he developed with the club and its fans, despite his brief time in Spain. However, the allure of the Premier League—and the opportunity to prove himself on one of football’s biggest stages—has proved too compelling to resist.
Barry now joins an Everton side aiming to re-establish themselves as a consistent force in England’s top division. The club, under renewed leadership, has been targeting dynamic and technically gifted young players to reshape the squad, and Barry’s arrival fits squarely within that vision.
With his dual heritage—French by birth and Guinean through his roots—Barry adds not just depth to the Everton frontline but also a profile of international potential.
His versatility across attacking roles will offer Everton tactical flexibility, and his eye for goal will be a valuable asset in the final third.
The terms of the transfer have not been disclosed, but the signing signals Everton’s ambition to compete more aggressively in the coming season. Barry is expected to join pre-season training shortly as he integrates into his new surroundings at Finch Farm.
As Everton fans eagerly await his debut, Thierno Barry will be aiming to replicate—and perhaps surpass—the impact he made in La Liga. His journey from FC Basel to Villarreal, and now to the Premier League, reflects a rapid rise for a player determined to leave his mark wherever he goes.
