Born in Romford, Shelvey made his breakthrough in the 2007–08 season after scoring 14 goals in 23 appearances for Charlton's Under 18s – including 9 goals during Charlton's FA Youth Cup run. He was also impressive for Charlton's reserves and made a promising home debut against Coventry City. When making his first-team debut in April 2008 against Barnsley, he became Charlton's youngest ever player ...

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