Thierno Barry

Executive Summary

Thierno Mamadou Barry, born on 21 October 2002, is a centre-forward for Everton FC and is contracted until 30 June 2029. He joined the club in September 2025 from Villarreal CF and is in the middle of a strong start to the current campaign, having scored five goals in seven games across all competitions and netted the winner against Ipswich Town.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

Barry is listed as 195 cm and right-footed. Recent coverage points to improved service and a new kind of confidence around him at Everton, with the team described as difficult to beat and working collectively. The striker has spoken publicly about working hard over the summer to make the season his own.

Career and Recent Context

Barry moved from AS Montchat Lyon Jugend to AS Saint-Priest Jugend in January 2016, then to AS Saint-Priest U17 in January 2017, to Sporting Club de Toulon U19 in January 2019, and to FC Sochaux-Montbéliard B in January 2021. He joined SK Beveren in June 2022, moved to FC Basel 1893 in March 2023 for a fee of €3m, then to Villarreal CF in August 2024 for a fee of €20m, and to Everton FC in September 2025 for a fee of €30m. Last season he made 41 appearances for Everton and scored eight goals across all competitions. He endured a difficult period with form struggles and a public emotional moment in an individual training session, but has since spoken about a revival and a more supportive response from supporters.

Transfers and Outlook

Barry is now the only recognised senior striker in the squad after the failed attempt to sign Folarin Balogun on deadline day.