Salford City Squad — Players, Numbers, Age & Previous Clubs

1 GK

Matt Young

NationalityEngland

Age19 (2006-11-24)

Height / Weight191cm / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsSunderland, Darlington

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A 19-year-old tall goalkeeper on loan from Sunderland. Raised in Sunderland's academy since age seven, he won the Young Player of the Year award on loan at Darlington. A future prospect between the posts.

33 GK

Mark Howard

NationalityEngland

Age39 (1986-09-21)

Height / Weight183cm / 76kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsWrexham, Carlisle United, Scunthorpe United, Blackpool, Bolton Wanderers, Sheffield United, Blackpool, Aberdeen, St Mirren, Cardiff City, Arsenal Youth

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A 39-year-old veteran goalkeeper who supports the team with his vast experience. He holds Sheffield United's club record of 8 consecutive clean sheets. He also contributed to Wrexham's promotion as a proven shot-stopper.

35 GK

Mackenzie Chapman

NationalityEngland

Age-

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsBlackpool, Bolton Wanderers, Oxford United, Oldham Athletic

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A young goalkeeper who gained experience in the lower leagues. After passing through the academies of Burnley and Manchester United, he made his professional debut at Oldham. He provides stable saving ability as the team's third-choice keeper.

2 DF CB

Loick Ayina

NationalityRepublic of the Congo

Age23 (2003-04-20)

Height / Weight182cm / -

FootRight

National TeamRepublic of the Congo

Previous ClubsHuddersfield Town, Ross County, Dundee United, Boston United

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A Republic of the Congo international centre-back raised in France. A product of Huddersfield's academy with loan experience in Scotland. With 2 international caps and solid defensive qualities, he is a promising 22-year-old defender.

5 DF CB

Michael Rose

NationalityScotland

Age30 (1995-10-11)

Height / Weight189cm / 70kg

FootRight

National TeamScotland

Previous ClubsStoke City, Coventry City, Ayr United, Forfar Athletic, Aberdeen

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A Scotland international centre-back with around 130 Championship appearances. He experienced promotion from League One at Coventry. His 189cm height gives him aerial strength, and combined with his leadership, he serves as the defensive cornerstone.

6 DF RB

Oliver Turton

NationalityEngland

Age33 (1992-12-06)

Height / Weight180cm / 75kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsHuddersfield Town, Blackpool, Crewe Alexandra

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A veteran right-back with over 450 combined appearances at Crewe, Blackpool, and Huddersfield. He contributed to Blackpool's League One play-off final promotion. His stable defensive ability and vast match experience are his greatest assets.

12 DF RB

Tom Edwards

NationalityEngland

Age27 (1999-01-22)

Height / Weight175cm / 76kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsStoke City, Huddersfield Town, Barnsley, New York Red Bulls, Fleetwood Town

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A right-back from Stoke City's academy, where he joined at age 11. With Premier League debut experience, he offers balanced play in attack and defence. An internationally experienced full-back who has also had an MLS loan spell.

15 DF CB

Brandon Cooper

NationalityWales

Age26 (2000-01-14)

Height / Weight185cm / 74kg

FootRight

National TeamWales U21

Previous ClubsLeyton Orient, Swansea City, Forest Green Rovers, Swindon Town, Newport County, Yeovil Town

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A Welsh centre-back from Swansea's academy. With 41 appearances at Leyton Orient and extensive lower-league loan experience, he provides steady defensive performances. A reliable defender who anchors the backline.

19 DF RB

Haji Mnoga

NationalityTanzania

Age24 (2002-04-16)

Height / Weight185cm / 78kg

FootRight

National TeamTanzania

Previous ClubsPortsmouth, Aldershot Town, Gillingham, Weymouth

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A Tanzanian international right-back from Portsmouth's academy. He made his professional debut at 16, showing his precocious talent. Having gained experience through multiple loans, his proactive style in attack and defence is his hallmark. A dual Tanzanian-British national.

21 DF CB

Kallum Cesay

NationalitySierra Leone

Age24 (2002-09-04)

Height / Weight189cm / -

FootRight

National TeamSierra Leone

Previous ClubsWealdstone, Tottenham Hotspur Youth

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A versatile player from Tottenham's academy who represents Sierra Leone. He scored twice on his international debut. His ability to play across defence, midfield, and attack makes his utility value his greatest asset.

22 DF CB

Adebola Oluwo

NationalityNigeria

Age26 (1999-11-19)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsBarnet, Chelmsford City, Fisher, Tower Hamlets

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A Nigerian-born centre-back who moved to England at age eight. He climbed from non-league while studying economics at university, a unique career path. He played a key role in Barnet's promotion, with his physicality and fighting spirit as his weapons.

24 DF CB

Alfie Dorrington

NationalityEngland

Age21 (2005-04-20)

Height / Weight180cm / 75kg

FootRight

National TeamEngland Youth

Previous ClubsTottenham Hotspur, Aberdeen

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A 20-year-old centre-back on loan from Tottenham. Joining Spurs at age 13, he has also made his Premier League debut. He contributed to the Scottish Cup victory during two loan spells at Aberdeen. He has been selected for various England youth teams.

28 DF CB

Zachariah Olumide Awe

NationalityEngland

Age22 (2004-01-09)

Height / Weight192cm / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsSouthampton, Accrington Stanley, Arsenal Youth

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A tall centre-back who spent 11 years at Arsenal's academy. Technically gifted on the ball, he is a modern centre-back who contributes to build-up play. Having joined from Southampton, he uses his 192cm frame as a weapon in aerial duels.

29 DF LB

Luke Garbutt

NationalityEngland

Age33 (1993-05-21)

Height / Weight180cm / 73kg

FootLeft

National Team-

Previous ClubsBlackpool, Ipswich Town, Oxford United, Wigan Athletic, Fulham, Colchester United, Cheltenham Town, Everton

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A veteran left-back who spent 11 years at Everton. He has Premier League and Europa League experience. Accurate crosses from his left foot and set-piece delivery are his weapons, contributing as an attacking full-back.

32 DF CB

Jai Curran-Nicholls

NationalityAustralia

Age22 (2004-07-30)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A young Australian centre-back who began playing at a Football Technique School at age six. He moved to England at 17 to join Salford's academy. At 19, he earned a professional contract as a player with bright future potential.

36 DF CB

Jacob Lara

NationalityEngland

Age21 (2004-10-01)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A young centre-back from Salford's academy. He also participated in trials with Manchester United's U18 team. A homegrown defender promoted from the B team with promising development potential.

45 DF LB

Rosaire Longelo-Mbule

NationalityEngland

Age26 (1999-10-20)

Height / Weight183cm / -

FootLeft

National Team-

Previous ClubsSwindon Town, Accrington Stanley, Newcastle United, West Ham United Youth

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Born in Kinshasa, DR Congo, he moved to England as a child. After passing through West Ham and Newcastle's academies, he converted from a forward to a left-back. His left-footed drive and attacking runs are his main qualities.

4 MF DM

Ossama Ashley

NationalityEngland

Age26 (2000-02-23)

Height / Weight180cm / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsColchester United, West Ham United, AFC Wimbledon, Fulham Youth

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A defensive midfielder who emerged through Fulham and AFC Wimbledon's youth systems and established himself at Colchester. Named Salford's Player of the Year in 2024-25. An anchor who excels at ball-winning and distribution from midfield.

7 MF AM

Ben Woodburn

NationalityWales

Age26 (1999-10-15)

Height / Weight174cm / 72kg

FootRight

National TeamWales

Previous ClubsPreston North End, Heart of Midlothian, Blackpool, Oxford United, Sheffield United, Liverpool

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A Wales international midfielder who holds Liverpool's youngest-ever scorer record. He also scored on his Wales debut at 17. Having made 64 appearances at Preston, he offers versatility across attacking midfield, wing, and forward positions.

8 MF AM

Jorge Grant

NationalityEngland

Age31 (1994-12-19)

Height / Weight175cm / 73kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsHeart of Midlothian, Peterborough United, Lincoln City, Mansfield Town, Luton Town, Notts County, Nottingham Forest

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An attacking midfielder from Nottingham Forest's academy who excelled at Lincoln and Hearts. He contributed to Notts County's League Two title. Accurate passing and set-piece delivery are his weapons, with a knack for decisive contributions.

10 MF LM

Kelly N'Mai

NationalityNetherlands

Age22 (2004-03-01)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsWarrington Rylands

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A Dutch-born player who moved to England as a child, having trialled at both Manchester United and City before joining Salford. His versatility across left wing, wing-back, and attacking midfield is his appeal. A prospect attracting interest from higher-division clubs including Cardiff.

17 MF CM

Josh Austerfield

NationalityEngland

Age24 (2001-11-02)

Height / Weight179cm / 57kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsHuddersfield Town, Crewe Alexandra, Morecambe, Harrogate Town, Hyde United, Brighouse Town

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A central midfielder from Huddersfield's academy, where he trained from age eight. He has gained experience through multiple loans. His box-to-box work rate and passing ability define his game as a central midfielder.

18 MF DM

Matt Butcher

NationalityEngland

Age29 (1997-05-14)

Height / Weight188cm / 83kg

FootLeft

National Team-

Previous ClubsWycombe Wanderers, Plymouth Argyle, Accrington Stanley, St Johnstone, AFC Bournemouth, Yeovil Town, Woking, Gosport Borough, Poole Town

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A left-footed anchor who contributed to Plymouth's League One title and promotion. His 188cm frame gives him excellent ball-winning ability and physical presence. An experienced defensive midfielder who reached his 300th career appearance at Salford.

20 MF RM

Daniel Chesters

NationalityEngland

Age24 (2002-04-04)

Height / Weight177cm / 68kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsWest Ham United, Colchester United

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A product of West Ham's academy, where he trained from age eight. He has UEFA Europa League and Premier League experience. His dribbling and crossing on the right side are his weapons, contributing as an attacking wide midfielder.

35 MF LM

Bruno Padovani

NationalitySpain

Age-

Height / Weight- / -

FootLeft

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A 19-year-old left-sided midfielder with dual Spanish and Argentine nationality. Promoted from Salford's B team as a first-year professional. A developing youngster who scored his first senior goal against Grimsby.

37 MF CM

Marshall Heys

NationalityEngland

Age17 (2009-08-27)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A prodigious talent from Salford's academy who set the FA Cup's youngest-ever appearance record at 15. He has attracted attention from Premier League clubs including Burnley. An ultra-precocious midfielder who trains with the first team while belonging to the U18 squad.

39 MF CM

Alfie Bairstow

NationalityEngland

Age-

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A young midfielder from Salford's academy. He has been promoted to the first team as a first-year professional. A homegrown midfield talent with room to grow.

40 MF CM

Alfie Henderson

NationalityEngland

Age21 (2004-11-23)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsNewcastle United Youth

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A young central midfielder from Newcastle United's academy. After moving to Salford, he has gained experience through loans to Witton Albion and Northwich. A future-oriented midfielder who specialises in playmaking.

9 FW CF

Cole Stockton

NationalityEngland

Age32 (1994-03-13)

Height / Weight186cm / 75kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsBurton Albion, Morecambe, Wrexham, Tranmere Rovers, Carlisle United, Heart of Midlothian, Southport

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A striker who scored 26 goals at Morecambe and was selected for the PFA Team of the Year. His 186cm frame supports his hold-up play and goal-scoring instinct. A lower-league goal king who has twice won League One Player of the Month.

11 FW CF

Jay Bird

NationalityEngland

Age25 (2001-05-06)

Height / Weight186cm / 70kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsExeter City, Rochdale, Arbroath, MK Dons

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A centre-forward from MK Dons' academy who scored 5 goals in 10 matches on loan at Rochdale. His 186cm height and predatory instinct in front of goal are his weapons. He has honed his finishing through experience at Exeter and Arbroath.

14 FW LW

Kadeem Harris

NationalityEngland

Age33 (1993-06-08)

Height / Weight175cm / 67kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsCarlisle United, Sheffield Wednesday, Cardiff City, Brentford, Barnsley

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A veteran winger who experienced the Premier League at Cardiff. He also made 88 appearances over two seasons at Sheffield Wednesday. A right-footed player who favours the left wing, specialising in cut-inside shots and speed-driven dribbling.

16 FW LW

Fabio Borini

NationalityItaly

Age35 (1991-03-29)

Height / Weight180cm / 73kg

FootRight

National TeamItaly

Previous ClubsSampdoria, Karagümrük, Hellas Verona, AC Milan, Sunderland, Liverpool, Roma, Swansea City, Chelsea, Bologna

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A former Italy international who played for big clubs including Liverpool, AC Milan, and Roma. He plays on the left wing or as a centre-forward, with tireless defensive work and pressing from the front as his trademarks. He has over 100 Premier League appearances.

23 FW CF

Daniel Udoh

NationalityNigeria

Age30 (1996-08-30)

Height / Weight183cm / 83kg

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsWycombe Wanderers, Shrewsbury Town, Crewe Alexandra

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A powerful centre-forward with 38 goals in 181 matches at Shrewsbury. He worked his way up from non-league while working at a chicken factory. His physical strength and finishing are his weapons, and he scored twice against former club Shrewsbury immediately after joining.

25 FW CF

Princewill Ehibhatiomhan

NationalityEngland

Age20 (2005-10-20)

Height / Weight- / -

FootRight

National Team-

Previous ClubsSouthampton, Swindon Town, Reading Youth

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A 20-year-old centre-forward on loan from Southampton. He spent 10 years in Reading's academy before moving to Southampton. With 3 goals in 21 matches at Swindon, he is a future prospect combining speed and physicality.

26 FW CF

Ryan Graydon

NationalityIreland

Age27 (1999-04-11)

Height / Weight188cm / 78kg

FootRight

National TeamIreland U19

Previous ClubsFleetwood Town, Derry City, Longford Town, Bray Wanderers, Bohemian FC

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A Dublin-born striker who moved from Irish football to England. He demonstrated his scoring ability in League Two at Fleetwood. His 188cm height makes him strong in aerial duels, and his ability to play on the flank adds to his versatility.

27 FW CF

Nicolás Siri

NationalityUruguay

Age22 (2004-04-17)

Height / Weight177cm / 77kg

FootRight

National TeamUruguay U20

Previous ClubsMontevideo City Torque, Lommel SK, Danubio

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A young Uruguayan striker who was part of the U20 World Cup-winning squad. He made his professional debut at Danubio at 16 and scored a hat-trick in the same season. He became the third-youngest player in history to record a hat-trick in a professional league.

30 FW CF

Kyrell Malcolm

NationalityEngland

Age19 (2007-06-12)

Height / Weight- / -

FootBoth

National Team-

Previous Clubs-

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A 17-year-old forward from Salford's academy who broke the club's youngest league appearance record at 16. He turned down offers from Burnley, reflecting his high reputation. A skilful attacker comfortable with both feet who has already gained first-team experience.