James Graham became a first-year scholar at Everton on Friday 28 June 2013.

The centre-back had already spent nine years at the Blues' Academy when he signed scholarship forms alongside 13 other young Blues as part of the summer intake.

Ahead of the 2013/14 season, James sat down with evertonfc.com to reveal a bit more about himself.

Name: James Graham
Date of birth: 6 February 1997
Place of birth: Holywell, Wales
Previous clubs: None
Nationality: Welsh
What countries are you eligible to represent?: Wales, Canada
Have you made any international appearances?: Yes, 10 last year for Wales Under-16s

Position: Centre-back
What player would you say you most play like?: Thiago Silva
What are your strengths: Composure on the ball
What aspect of your game do you need to improve most?: Positioning
What age were you when you joined Everton?: 7

Favourite film: Taken
Favourite video game: FIFA 13
Favourite place in the world: Jamaica

Pre-match meal of choice: Pasta
Best stadium you've played at: Racecourse Ground, Wrexham
Dream job if you weren't a footballer: Physio
Favourite Everton first-team player: Sylvain Distin
Boots: Umbro
Aims for the year: To play consistently and progress