How does recruitment work at this Academy?
We have a network of scouts who work for the Club on a local, national and international basis. They look for players predominantly from Under-7s to....
Under-23s and Academy
The Academy was created to train and develop players from the age of eight right up to the age of...
Academy Contact Details
A Football Academy is developed in order to invest in upcoming footballing talent and provide the network, coaching, health and lifestyle advice that each player needs to make a
Football trials applications
Academy will assess your application and decide whether or not to send a scout to watch the game.
Identifying Young Talent at the Academy
The aim to identify and recruit young talent through the Academy's extensive scouting network. This means that if one of the academy staff identifies a talented player, the boy…
How to get a trial at this Academy
You must be selected to have a trial at this Academy, so it is important that players are spotted in the right places at the right times. For some players, they prefer a direct approach sending in
The Club Academy
The Academy coaches young footballers from the ages of 8 to 18 involving approximately 150 young players, looked after by 30 full-time and part-time staff. The academy features a network of....
How do I know if a Pro Academy scout has been to watch me?
Unfortunately, you may never know. Scouts are not always in club kit as the presence of a scout may put unnecessary pressure on the players, making them...
What does it take to be spotted by a football academy scout?
What are scouts looking for from young players on a Sunday morning? Which attributes, personality traits and raw skills set kids on the road to footballing stardom?
Do you run open trials, and how do I get a trial?
We always watch players at their local clubs or schools before inviting them for a trial. Therefore, if you write in for a trial, you should always include a