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Finley John Stevens (born 10 April 2003) is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Bundesliga club FC St. Pauli and the Wales national team.

Key Information

Stevens is a graduate of the Arsenal Academy and began his senior career in non-League football with Worthing. He began his professional career with Brentford in 2020. After four years on the fringe of the first team, he transferred to German club St. Pauli in 2024. Stevens has been capped by Wales at international level.

Club career

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Early years

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Stevens playing for Worthing in 2020.

Stevens began his career in the Arsenal Academy at the age of six.[4] He progressed to U16 level, before being released at the end of the 2018–19 season and entering the youth system at Isthmian League Premier Division club Worthing.[4][5] Stevens quickly broke into the first team squad and made 20 appearances during the abandoned 2019–20 season, scoring one goal.[6][7] He was developed as a right back and encouraged to play in central midfield.[6] Stevens departed Woodside Road in July 2020.[5]

Brentford

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2020–21 season

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On 28 July 2020, Stevens transferred to the B team at Brentford on a two-year contract, with the option of a further year,[5] for an undisclosed fee.[8] A number of players on international duty saw Stevens called into the first team squad on the opening day of the 2020–21 season and he remained an unused substitute during an EFL Cup first round shoot-out victory over Wycombe Wanderers.[9][10] Three weeks later, he made his debut for the club as a substitute for Saïd Benrahma after 79 minutes of a 3–0 fourth round victory over West London rivals Fulham.[11]

Stevens became a permanent addition to the first team training group and was an unused substitute on 28 occasions during the 2020–21 regular season.[6][10] He made four further appearances before signing a new three-year contract,[10] with a one-year option, on 11 May 2021.[12] Stevens failed to appear during Brentford's three 2021 playoff matches, but he won a promotion medal by virtue of being an unused substitute during the Final victory over Swansea City.[10][13] In recognition of his performances for both the first team and B team during the 2020–21 season, Stevens was awarded the B Team Player of the Year award.[14]

2021–22 season

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Stevens trained with the first team group during the 2021–22 pre-season and was named in each matchday squad during the period.[15][16][17][18][19][20] He was a frequent inclusion in the first team group and on the substitutes' bench during the regular season.[10][21] Following two cup appearances, Stevens made his Premier League debut as a substitute for Sergi Canós after 76 minutes of a 4–1 defeat to Southampton on 11 January 2022.[10] He finished the 2021–22 season with four first team appearances.[22] During the 2022 off-season, Stevens' progress was recognised with promotion into the first team squad and a new five-year contract, with a one year option.[23]

2022–23 season and loan to Swansea City

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Stevens began the 2022–23 season behind new signing Aaron Hickey, Mads Roerslev and stand-in Kristoffer Ajer in the right back pecking order.[24] Following just a single EFL Cup start during the opening month of the season,[25] Stevens joined Championship club Swansea City on a season-long loan on the final day of the summer transfer window.[26] He made just five substitute appearances before being recalled on 1 January 2023.[27] During the second half of the 2022–23 season, Stevens made four appearances during the B team's Premier League Cup-winning campaign.[10][28] He was a regular inclusion on the first team substitutes' bench, but failed to make any appearances prior to the end of the season.[10]

2023–24 season and loan to Oxford United

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On 29 June 2023, Stevens joined League One club Oxford United on loan for the duration of the 2023–24 season.[29] Predominantly a member of the starting lineup, Stevens made 43 appearances during a season which,[10] following victory in the 2024 League One playoff final, culminated in promotion to the Championship.[30] Stevens scored the first professional goal of his career during the season, with the opener in a 3–0 win over Shrewsbury Town on 3 October 2023.[31]

Stevens began the 2024–25 pre-season with the Brentford first team squad,[32] before departing the club in July 2024.[33] He made 10 appearances during his four seasons at the Community Stadium.[10]

FC St. Pauli

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On 26 July 2024, Stevens transferred to Bundesliga club FC St. Pauli and signed an undisclosed-length contract, rumoured to be three years, for an undisclosed fee,[34] reported to be between €600,000 and €1 million.[35][36] While a regular inclusion on the substitutes' bench, Stevens played just 71 minutes across two appearances during the 2024–25 season and spent three months out of the matchday squad.[10][37]

International career

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Because of his Cardiff-born grandfather,[38] Stevens was contacted by Wales under-21 manager Paul Bodin in January 2021, about the possibility of pledging his international allegiance to Wales.[39] In March 2021, Stevens was called into the Wales under-21 squad for a training camp and friendly match versus Republic of Ireland under-21.[6] He played the full 90 minutes of the 2–1 defeat.[40] Ahead of the under-21 team's first match of the 2022–23 season, Stevens was named captain of the squad by incoming manager Matt Jones.[41]

Stevens won his maiden call into the Wales senior squad for a pair of friendlies in June 2024 and he started in both matches.[42][43]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 4 October 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] League cup[b] Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Worthing 2019–20[7] Isthmian League Premier Division 13 1 0 0 ― 7[c] 0 20 1
Brentford 2020–21[11] Championship 2 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 5 0
2021–22[22] Premier League 1 0 2 0 1 0 ― 4 0
2022–23[25] Premier League 0 0 0 0 1 0 ― 1 0
Total 3 0 4 0 3 0 0 0 10 0
Swansea City (loan) 2022–23[25] Championship 5 0 ― ― ― 5 0
Oxford United (loan) 2023–24[44] League One 34 1 2 0 1 0 6[d] 0 43 1
FC St. Pauli 2024–25[10] Bundesliga 1 0 1 0 ― ― 2 0
2025–26[10] Bundesliga 0 0 0 0 ― ― 0 0
Total 3 0 4 0 ― ― 10 0
Career total 56 2 7 0 4 0 13 0 80 2
  1. ^ Includes FA Cup, DFB-Pokal
  2. ^ Includes EFL Cup
  3. ^ 3 appearances in Isthmian League Cup, 2 appearances in FA Trophy, 2 appearances in Sussex Senior Challenge Cup
  4. ^ 4 appearances in EFL Trophy, 2 appearances in League One play-offs

International

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As of match played 9 June 2024[43]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Wales 2024 2 0
Total 2 0

Honours

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Brentford

Brentford B

Oxford United

Individual

References

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Fin Stevens

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Finley John Stevens (born 10 April 2003) is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Bundesliga club and the national team. Born in , , Stevens began his youth career at Arsenal's academy from 2009 to 2019, before being released at age 16 due to concerns over his physicality. He briefly joined non-league side in 2019, where his performances earned him a move to B in July 2020 at age 17. Stevens made his senior debut for Brentford's first team in August 2021 during an match against Forest Green Rovers, and went on to feature in one game during the 2021–22 season, including a substitute appearance in a 4–1 loss to in January 2022. To gain further experience, he was loaned to club Swansea City for the 2022–23 season, where he made five substitute appearances. In June 2023, Stevens joined League One side Oxford United on a season-long loan, contributing to their promotion to the via the with 43 appearances, one goal, and five assists across all competitions. After returning to Brentford, Stevens signed a permanent three-year deal with newly promoted side on 26 July 2024 for a reported €600,000 transfer fee, marking his move to German football. Standing at 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in) with a right-footed preference, he has versatility to play as a right and has recorded two senior appearances for , earning his first cap in a 0–0 friendly draw with on 6 June 2024, followed by a substitute appearance in a 0–4 friendly loss to on 9 June 2024. Prior to his senior debut, Stevens earned 17 caps for the Wales U21 team, which he captained on six occasions.

Club career

Early career

Finley John Stevens was born on 10 April 2003 in , . He qualifies to represent internationally through his grandfather, who was born in . Stevens joined the Academy at the age of six in 2009, progressing through the youth ranks to the under-16 level. Despite his development, he was released by the club in the summer of 2019 at age 16 due to concerns over his physical attributes. Following his release, Stevens signed with non-league side in the summer of 2019, initially joining their under-18 team before breaking into the first team. During the 2019–20 Premier Division season, he made 20 appearances and scored one goal for the club. Stevens departed in July 2020 to join on a professional contract.

Brentford

Fin Stevens signed his first professional contract with on 28 July 2020, joining the club's B team at the age of 17 from non-League side . During the 2020–21 season, Stevens made his senior debut as a substitute in a 3–0 victory over on 1 October 2020. He went on to record five first-team appearances across all competitions, including two in the , and was an unused substitute in the play-off final as secured promotion to the with a 2–0 win over Swansea City. In recognition of his contributions to both the senior and B teams, Stevens was awarded the Mary Halder Award as Brentford B Team Player of the Year for the season. On 11 May 2021, he signed a new three-year contract extension with the club. In the 2021–22 season, Stevens made his debut as a substitute in a 4–1 defeat to on 11 January 2022. He accumulated four first-team appearances in the top flight that year. Following the season, Stevens agreed to a five-year contract extension in June 2022, committing his future to the club until 2027. The 2022–23 season saw Stevens briefly return to after a mid-season recall from loan, where he made four appearances as the side won the Cup. Over his tenure at from to 2024, Stevens progressed from academy prospect to integrated senior squad member, accumulating 10 first-team appearances across all competitions.

Loan spells

In the summer of 2022, Stevens joined club Swansea City on a season-long loan from to gain first-team experience. He made five substitute appearances in the league during the first half of the 2022–23 season, without scoring. Limited to brief cameos, Stevens was recalled by on 1 January 2023. For the 2023–24 season, Stevens moved on loan to League One side Oxford United, signing on 29 June 2023 for the full campaign. Establishing himself as a regular starter at right-back, he recorded 43 appearances across all competitions, including one goal. Stevens featured in both legs of the play-off semi-finals against Peterborough United, contributing to Oxford's aggregate 2–1 victory that advanced them to the final. The team secured promotion to the with a 2–0 win over Bolton Wanderers in the play-off final on 18 May 2024 at . Across both loan spells in the , Stevens amassed 48 appearances and one goal, providing crucial senior-level exposure that supported his growth as a versatile right-back.

FC St. Pauli

Fin Stevens transferred permanently to from on 26 July 2024, marking his move to the following the club's promotion from the . The deal was completed for a reported fee between €600,000 and €1 million, though the exact amount remained undisclosed by both clubs. Stevens signed a contract of undisclosed length, reported to be three years until June 2027. This transfer represented a significant step up for the 21-year-old right-back, who had previously gained experience in the through loan spells. During the 2024–25 season, Stevens struggled to secure a regular place in the squad, making just two appearances totaling 71 minutes as of 1 November 2025. Primarily deployed as a right-back, he has been adapting to the higher intensity and tactical demands of the , where competition for positions has been fierce amid the team's efforts to establish themselves in the top flight. His limited involvement reflects the challenges of transitioning from EFL competitions to German professional football. In September 2025, reports surfaced regarding Stevens' dissatisfaction with his lack of playing time and difficulties adjusting to life in , prompting interest from several English clubs, including Preston North End, Hull City, Queens Park Rangers, and Birmingham City. These developments highlighted his desire for more opportunities to build on his career momentum. As of 11 November 2025, Stevens continues to be part of the squad, with his current estimated at €500,000.

International career

Youth international career

Born in England, Stevens qualifies to represent at international level through his grandfather, who was born in . Stevens' youth international career began with the Wales under-21 team, receiving his first call-up in March 2021 at the age of 17. He made his debut for the side three days later, starting in a 2–1 friendly defeat to the under-21s on 26 March 2021. Over the following years, Stevens became a regular in the under-21 squad, earning 19 caps and scoring one goal as of October 2024—his sole international strike coming in a 3–2 qualifying victory over under-21s on 12 September 2023. He featured prominently in the qualifying campaigns for the 2023 and 2025 s, often playing the full 90 minutes in matches against strong opposition such as , , and the . Within the youth setup, Stevens established himself as a versatile defender capable of operating as a right-back or in midfield, while developing leadership qualities; he captained the team on six occasions, including during key qualifiers. His consistent performances at under-21 level paved the way for his progression to the senior squad.

Senior international career

Stevens earned his first call-up to the senior national team in May 2024 for the upcoming international friendlies against and , marking his transition from youth international football where his consistent performances, including captaining the under-21 side, had caught the attention of selectors. He made his senior debut on 6 June 2024, starting as right-back in a 0–0 draw against at the in , where he played before being substituted. Three days later, on 9 June 2024, Stevens started again against in , completing the full 90 minutes in a 4–0 defeat, showcasing his defensive contributions in both matches despite the mixed results for the team. As of November 2025, Stevens has accumulated two senior caps for , with no goals scored, reflecting his emergence as a promising option at right-back for future selections. His involvement remains ongoing, with potential opportunities for additional call-ups in the qualifying campaign.

Career statistics

Club statistics

As of 1 November 2025, Fin Stevens has made 80 appearances and scored 2 goals at club level. The following table provides a seasonal breakdown of his club appearances and goals:
SeasonClubAppearancesGoals
2019–20201
2020–24100
2022–23Swansea City (loan)50
2023–24Oxford United (loan)431
2024–2520
Total802
These figures encompass all competitions and are compiled from official records.

International statistics

Fin Stevens has represented at both youth and senior international levels. His youth international career includes limited appearances for the under-19 team and 20 caps for the under-21 team, during which he scored 1 goal between 2021 and 2024. At senior level, Stevens earned his first two caps in June 2024, with no goals scored, and has not featured in subsequent matches as of November 2025. The following table details his senior international appearances:
CompetitionTeamDateOpponentMinutesGoals
International FriendliesSenior6 June 2024600
International FriendliesSenior9 June 2024900
Youth-level match details are not comprehensively documented in available records, but his sole under-21 goal came in a 3–1 qualifying win against on 11 September 2023.

Honours

Club honours

During his time with Brentford's first team in the 2020–21 season, Stevens was part of the squad that won promotion to the by defeating Swansea City 2–0 in the play-off final at , earning him a winner's medal as an unused substitute. In the second half of the 2022–23 season, Stevens contributed to Brentford B's success in the Cup, making four appearances during the campaign that culminated in a 1–0 victory over Aston Villa U21 in the final. On loan at Oxford United during the 2023–24 season, Stevens played a key role with 43 appearances across all competitions, helping the team secure promotion to the via a 2–0 win over Wanderers in the League One play-off final. As of November 2025, Stevens has not won any club honours with Worthing, during his 2022–23 loan at Swansea City, or with .

Individual honours

In the 2020–21 season, Stevens was awarded the Mary Halder Award by 's B Team, recognizing his outstanding attitude, character, and professionalism during a breakthrough year in which he made five first-team appearances while remaining a key player for the development squad. He was also named B Team Player of the Year for his that season. The Mary Halder Award, named after longtime employee Mary Halder, is presented annually to a B Team player exemplifying progression and dedication, and Stevens' receipt of it highlighted his rapid development from academy prospect to senior exposure. As of November 2025, these remain his most notable individual honours at the youth and early professional level, with no further major personal accolades such as PFA awards or senior club recognitions reported.

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