“The bottom line is, players have been killing themselves” James* was a hot prospect. When he was nine years old, a number of Premier League clubs approached his family, expressing interest in signing him to their academies. He was offered the opportunities that millions of other boys can only dream of. After considering every offer, […]

5 years ago

“Two phone calls in seven months. That’s what my son meant to a Premier League club…” Danny didn’t wait around. Within days of being told he would be released at the end of his contract, he left, stuffing his belongings into the back of his car one lunchtime and driving the 200-mile journey home. “It […]

5 years ago

Everton FC have been banned from signing academy players for two years after breaking laws regarding tapping-up school boys

7 years ago