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The Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Ex-Liverpool and Premier League talent guru Malcolm Elias who was behind rise of Trent Alexander and Gareth Bale dies
FORMER Premier League talent spotter and academy recruitment expert Malcolm Elias has passed away aged 71, it has been announced. Fulham FC confirmed Elias' passing in a statement on social media. 1 The post read: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our colleague and dear friend, Malcolm Elias, after a short illness. "The Club's Head of Academy Recruitment, Malcolm had a fantastic reputation in football for unearthing and nurturing young talent. "A proud Welshman, Malcolm was approaching his 16th anniversary at Craven Cottage this summer, having joined us from Liverpool in July 2009, while he also previously enjoyed a highly successful spell at Southampton alongside future Fulham colleagues Huw Jennings and Steve Wigley. "The influence that Malcolm had on the modern game cannot be understated, having worked with and developed the likes of Theo Walcott, Gareth Bale, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harvey Elliott, Luke Harris and Jay Stansfield, to name but a few. "A hugely popular figure around the training ground, Malcolm will be sorely missed by all who knew him. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to Paula - Malcolm's ever devoted and endlessly supportive wife of nearly 50 years - his sons Andrew and Daniel, his six beloved grandchildren, as well as his additional family and friends." Elias was always highly respected within football, having helped to identify and nurture some of the Premier League's best young talents. The academy recruitment expert previously worked with Liverpool before joining Fulham in 2009 - helping the likes of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Harvey Elliott get their breakthroughs. Prior to his time on Merseyside Elias worked with Southampton, where he had an impact on the early emergence of the likes of Theo Walcott, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Luke Shaw and Gareth Bale. Tributes for the iconic figure have started pouring in as the football world mourns the loss. QPR posted: "We're so sorry for your loss. "Sending sincere condolences to Malcolm's loved ones and all at Fulham." While Oxford United, where Elias worked as an Academy Manager in the 1980s, posted: "Oxford United were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Malcolm Elias. "A former teacher in Blackbird Leys, Malcolm began working at United in the 80's as an Academy Manager. "A much loved person and coach at the Club for more than a decade, Malcolm is an integral part of the Club's history, helping bring through talents such as Joey Beauchamp. "Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this time. RIP." THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Walcott 'uncomfortable' after fan reaction towards Alexander-Arnold
Former Premier League forward Theo Walcott, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club about how Trent Alexander-Arnold could be affected by the mixed reaction he received from Liverpool supporters at Anfield on Sunday:"Is Trent OK? Because we normalise this and we don't really know the aftermath of what it's going to do. We talk about mental health, how players and men particularly like to hold things in."His team-mate Andy Robertson came out and protected him in the right way, which he should, but this will have damaged him in some way at some point."I was a Liverpool fan growing up, I couldn't imagine booing any player, regardless of their situation. I understand why he's moved, he's done everything he can achieve at the club apart from being captain and all these things he's said. But there's no loyalty in football."For me, I just found it quite disturbing and really uncomfortable."People think they know players because they see them on the pitch, but they really don't."Listen to the discussion on BBC Sounds
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
'A real overreaction in the way people viewed this'
BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club discussed Evangelos Marinakis' public outburst on the pitch following Nottingham Forest's draw against Leicester on Sunday. Marinakis and boss Nuno Espirito Santo said afterwards that the frustration surrounded an incident involving striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who was not substituted despite appearing to be injured. It has since been reported that Awoniyi had surgery on Monday for a serious abdominal injury. In a discussion about club owners, former Premier League forward Theo Walcott said whilst having "passion" is crucial, keeping business "behind closed doors" is just as important. Fellow former striker Chris Sutton added: "I actually don't mind what he did. I understand what Theo is saying but there are a lot of owners who don't really care about their clubs and all they are worried about is money. "I think there was a real overreaction in the way that people viewed this. It wasn't because of anything tactical, it was because of a misunderstanding between the medical team, Awoniyi and Nuno." Listen to the Monday Night Club on BBC Sounds
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'He was the first chairman who I had phone calls with'
On BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club, former Everton winger Theo Walcott discussed his experiences with former chairman Bill Kenwright:"He was very different because I remember he always used to take his time and phone you. It would be on a Sunday evening and you'd get a phone call you and he'd just want to check in and see how the family is or how your week is looking."It was a bit more personal and he actually wanted to know the player differently, away from the football. I think that side of it helps with players feeling good about themselves, going into it knowing that someone cares about something other than just their playing ability."Watch the full episode on BBC iPlayer or listen on BBC Sounds
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'A real overreaction in the way people viewed this'
BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club discussed Evangelos Marinakis' public outburst on the pitch following Nottingham Forest's draw against Leicester on and boss Nuno Espirito Santo said afterwards that the frustration surrounded an incident involving striker Taiwo Awoniyi, who was not substituted despite appearing to be has since been reported that Awoniyi had surgery on Monday for a serious abdominal a discussion about club owners, former Premier League forward Theo Walcott said whilst having "passion" is crucial, keeping business "behind closed doors" is just as former striker Chris Sutton added: "I actually don't mind what he did. I understand what Theo is saying but there are a lot of owners who don't really care about their clubs and all they are worried about is money."I think there was a real overreaction in the way that people viewed this. It wasn't because of anything tactical, it was because of a misunderstanding between the medical team, Awoniyi and Nuno."Listen to the Monday Night Club on BBC Sounds
