Sonny Finch signs for Shields

We are delighted to announce the signing of Sonny Finch on loan from Middlesbrough FC until the end of the season.

The twenty-year-old striker signed his first professional deal at the age of seventeen in August 2022, having been with Boro since the age of thirteen. Finch travelled with the first-team squad for their most recent pre-season trip to Portugal.

Sonny made his professional debut in the EFL Cup, at home to Barnsley in August 2022.

Finch joined League Two side MK Dons on a season-long loan in August 2024, making his debut against Salford City in a 1-0 away defeat. He scored his first senior goal in a 5-1 away win against Harrogate Town.

In October 2021, he represented England at U17 level in qualifiers, also making his U18 debut against Croatia.

Finch has made six appearances for Boro at senior level, and this season has scored five goals in nine games in the Premier League Two.

Sonny has an impressive goalscoring record at youth level, featuring in 88 games, scoring 36 goals.

Welcome to the Mariners, Sonny!