Thornton has been with the Owls for a decade having joined the U8s, and in the last couple of years has made great strides in his progression up through the ranks at Middlewood Road, turning out for both the U18s and U21s before technically being part of each age group. Now, having just turned 18, The Star understands that the talented teen is being eyed up for a first professional contract at S6 after a strong season in the youth ranks, and should he stick around then he’ll be hoping to follow... Read this story
