Walsall signs defender Roman Dixon on free transfer from Everton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Walsall has signed Roman Dixon, a 21-year-old right-back, on a two-year contract following his departure from Everton. Dixon, who was released after ten years with the club, spent last season on loan at Stockport County. He made three senior appearances for Everton before joining Walsall, marking the team's 12th signing this summer under new manager Lee Grant. Dixon expressed enthusiasm for the move, drawn by the manager's vision and style of play.
- •Dixon represented England at under-16 and under-20 levels.
- •He joins Walsall after a loan spell at Stockport County.
- •This is Walsall's 12th signing of the summer.
- •Dixon has a club option for an additional year on his contract.
- •Walsall recently won 1-0 against Bristol City in the EFL Cup.
- 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — Walsall sign defender Dixon from Everton
"Walsall have completed the signing of Roman Dixon on a free transfer after he left Everton at the end of last season.
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