Tyreece Tyson Nesbett Simpson is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for Stevenage FC. At just 23 years old, he’s already experienced the highs of a £500,000 transfer and international football, alongside the crushing lows of career setbacks.
Simpson’s career took a devastating turn in July 2025 when he ruptured his Achilles tendon during a pre-season friendly, likely sidelining him for the entire 2025-26 season. Despite this setback, the Saint Kitts and Nevis international remains determined to prove the potential that once made him one of England’s most promising young strikers. His net worth is estimated between £250,000 and £400,000.
Biography
Tyreece Simpson was born on February 7, 2002, in Ipswich, England, and grew up in Gorleston, Norfolk.
Unlike most academy products who’ve been kicking a ball since they could walk, Simpson started as a multi-sport athlete. He represented Langley School as a rugby winger, where his pace and power helped his team win a national competition at Twickenham in March 2018. That’s not all, though. His athletic prowess extended to track and field, where he clocked an impressive 11.2 seconds in the 100 meters, representing Great Yarmouth & District Athletics Club.
His rugby talent was so exceptional that Leicester Tigers, one of England’s premier rugby clubs, offered him a professional contract at just 16 years old. Reportedly, it was their first such offer to someone that young in about 15 years. Simpson chose football instead.
Playing Sunday League and for the youth team Lakeford Rangers, Simpson caught the eye of Manchester City scouts at the PlayStation Cup finals in 2017. Following a recommendation from City coach Mark Kennedy, who had Ipswich connections, Simpson joined Ipswich Town’s academy in late 2017. He was already 15 or 16 by then, considerably older than most academy recruits.
Career
Simpson made his senior debut on September 3, 2019, in an EFL Trophy match against Tottenham Hotspur U23S. He earned his first professional contract in March 2020, signing a two-year deal that showed Ipswich’s belief in his abilities. However, first-team opportunities at Portman Road remained limited, and the young striker primarily featured for the youth team.
His league debut came on February 29, 2020, though Ipswich lost 2-1 to Blackpool at Bloomfield Road. Despite flashes of potential, Simpson struggled to break into the senior setup consistently.
Swindon Town (Loan: 2021-2022)
Everything clicked at Swindon Town. Simpson joined on a season-long loan on July 31, 2021, and finally found his scoring boots. He netted his first goal for the Robins in a 1-0 victory over Mansfield Town on August 28, 2021, announcing his arrival in style.
By the time his loan ended, Simpson had scored an impressive 11 goals in 30 appearances across League Two.
Huddersfield Town (2022-2024)
Championship side Huddersfield Town paid an estimated £500,000 to sign Simpson permanently on September 1, 2022, offering him a four-year contract. It looked like the perfect next step for a player on an upward trajectory. Unfortunately, things didn’t work out as planned.
Simpson struggled to break into the first team at the John Smith’s Stadium. Across two seasons, he managed just 10 appearances, with only one start, and failed to score a single goal. The move that was supposed to launch his career instead left him frustrated and searching for opportunities.
Northampton Town (Loan: 2023-2024)
Seeking regular football, Simpson joined Northampton Town on a season-long loan in July 2023. The move provided more playing time, with 44 appearances yielding six goals. Whilst an improvement on his Huddersfield stint, it still fell short of replicating his Swindon form. He couldn’t quite recapture that scoring instinct that had made him such a threat in League Two.
Stevenage FC (2024-Present)
Simpson signed permanently for Stevenage from Huddersfield Town on July 26, 2024, for an undisclosed fee. Manager Alex Revell praised the acquisition, saying Simpson was “big, quick and strong” with Championship and League One experience despite being only 22. The fresh start seemed promising, but Simpson managed just two goals in 25 appearances during the first half of the season, both coming in the EFL Trophy.
Struggling for confidence and starts, Simpson moved on loan to League Two side Colchester United on January 20, 2025. Manager Danny Cowley, who’d tracked Simpson for years, believed the move could reignite his career. Simpson made 20 league appearances for Colchester, scoring twice against Notts County. His loan ended on May 3, 2025, with an emotional farewell to Colchester fans.
Injury Setback
Just as Simpson was preparing for a fresh start in the 2025-26 season, disaster struck. On July 13, 2025, he ruptured his Achilles tendon during Stevenage’s pre-season friendly against QPR. Manager Alex Revell delivered the crushing news: “Tyreece has unfortunately had a really bad injury. He has torn his Achilles so he’s probably looking at him not playing this year.”
The typical recovery timeline for an Achilles rupture ranges from six to twelve months. Simpson responded with remarkable resilience on social media, writing: “I’ve been through enough to know this could never break me, and that this storm will not define my story. No matter how many times I get knocked back, I will rise again.”
International Career
The 2024-25 season ended with unexpected joy when Simpson received his first call-up to Saint Kitts and Nevis for the 2026 FIFA World Cup CONCACAF qualifiers in June 2025. He made his debut on June 6 against Trinidad and Tobago, playing the full 90 minutes despite a 6-2 defeat.
Four days later, on June 10, Simpson scored his first international goal against Grenada spectacularly. In the 34th minute, he received a pass from Romaine Sawyers, flicking it inside with the outside of his left boot before firing across the keeper into the far corner. Despite the brilliant finish, Saint Kitts and Nevis lost 3-2.
Playing Style
Standing 6’1″ and primarily left-footed, Simpson operates as a traditional centre-forward with emphasis on physicality and work rate. His playing style reflects his rugby background, with managers consistently praising his robust approach. Danny Cowley described him as “such a handful” at the League Two level.
Simpson’s technical abilities extend beyond pure physicality. His international goal against Grenada showed he has composure and left-footed finishing quality. Statistical data from 2024-25 shows a pass accuracy of 67.1% and a dribble success rate of 42.9%. Match reports show he can finish with both feet and has aerial presence, though he’s yet to convert chances consistently at the senior level.
Net Worth
Tyreece Simpson’s net worth is estimated between £250,000 and £400,000, based on his career earnings since turning professional in 2020. His £500,000 transfer to Huddersfield Town in 2022 likely commanded wages in the range of £3,000-5,000 per week (£156,000-£260,000 annually) at Championship level.
At Stevenage, typical League One salaries for a player of his profile would range from £2,000-3,500 per week (£104,000-£182,000 annually).
His current contract with Stevenage runs until June 30, 2026, giving him approximately 20 months to prove his fitness and value following his Achilles injury. Transfermarkt lists his current market value at €200,000 (approximately £170,000), though this valuation predates his severe injury and will likely be revised downward.
