Born in Birmingham, Deeney started his football career in Aston Villa's youth scheme but, as a 15 year-old, joined Chelmsley Town whilst also studying to become a builder, at Carilion Construction Training, in Erdington.
Born in Birmingham, Deeney started his football career in Aston Villa's youth scheme but was released at the age of 15. He joined Chelmsley Town afterwards whilst also studying to become a builder, at Carilion Construction Training, in Erdington.