Hope has been on Everton’s books for a number of years, and the Childwall-born midfielder has been a regular in the Academy side since being given his debut against Liverpool at the age of 15.

After appearing frequently for the under-16s, Hope graduated to the under 18 side and then became a reserve team regular in 2008/09.

A central midfield player, he loves a tackle and is often seen driving forward from deep.

He signed a one year professional deal upon turning 17 and is hopeful of a bright future at the Club.

Hope was handed a debut off the bench in the Europa League dead rubber against BATE Borisov in December 2009.