Son of Everton legend seals signs for new club after Goodison Park departure

Brisbane Roar have completed the signing of Shae Cahill from Everton - the son of former Goodison Park hero Tim Cahill.

The A-League outfit have signed the 18-year-old on a multi-year contract, bringing an end to his four-year stint with the Blues.

Cahill, who is eligible to represent England, Australia and the United States, joined Everton at the age of 14 and progressed to the club's under-18s set-up, where he notched three assists in the Premier League North last campaign last season.

Speaking of Cahill's arrival, Brisbane Roar CEO Kaz Patafta said: “We are pleased to announce the signing of Shae Cahill from Everton’s world-class academy to the Brisbane Roar.

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“Securing such a promising young midfielder is a testament to our club’s new vision of integrating youthful talent into our squad and first-team environment. Shae’s addition promises an exciting era ahead for the Roar family.”

Also delighted by the signing was Roar's manager Ross Aloisi, who was quick to hail the 18-year-old's talents and later insisted the signing was not motivated by the player's father being arguably the greatest Australian to play the game.

“We didn’t sign Shae because his father is Tim Cahill,” said Aloisi “We signed him because he’s a good young footballer that can contribute to what we want to achieve now and in the future. He’s also a good kid that will fit into our club’s culture.”

Cahill's father, Tim, enjoyed a glittering eight-year stay at Goodison Park after joining from Millwall in 2004.

In 226 appearances for the Blues, he scored 56 goals and