James Tavernier
James Henry Tavernier (born 31 October 1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Scottish Championship club Rangers.
Career
Leeds United
Born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, Tavernier joined the Leeds United youth system at the age of nine after being picked up from local club Farsley Celtic, where he played six seasons having played a season in goal before moving to a central midfield role.
Newcastle United
Tavernier moved to Newcastle United in 2008. He made his first team debut in a 2–0 defeat against Peterborough United in the League Cup on 22 September 2009.
In the 2010–11 season, he was given his first start in the 3–2 League Cup second round tie over Accrington Stanley in a team made up of youngsters and fringe players. He played in central defence and gave an impressive display. He made his Premier League debut for Newcastle as a substitute versus Reading.
Gateshead (Loan)
On 7 January 2011, Tavernier joined Gateshead, along with Newcastle teammate Jóan Símun Edmundsson, on a 28-day loan. He made his Gateshead debut on 8 January, against Kidderminster Harriers. On 8 February 2011, Tavernier's loan deal at Gateshead was extended until 9 April. Gateshead manager Ian Bogie commented by saying Tavernier has a big future in the game. However, he was recalled by Newcastle on 24 March 2011 because of a suspension picked up by defensive cover player James Perch in a reserve team game. Tavernier appeared on the bench for Newcastle's 4–1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on 2 April 2011.