Where Are They Now? - Footballers

Where Are They Now is designed for you if you are a football fan who is as curious as us to find out what happened to your favourite footballers after they retired from playing.

Where Are They Now? - Footballers

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Have you ever wondered what happened to all of those players that you have seen come and go over the years? The heroes and the villains? The saints and the sinners? The stars that you talked about for years after they had retired and those you instantly forgot?

If so, Where Are They Now? is definitely for you!

Not all players end up running pubs or become TV pundits! It's no secret what Gary Lineker is up to these days but what about the many thousands of players who have slipped from public view? The first edition of "Where Are They Now?" uncovered some fascinating post football stories including the former Arsenal striker who became Iceland's Finance Minister; Millionaires; Bankrupts; Vicars; Comedians; Singers; a Phil Collins lookalike... and one or two publicans!

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This whole project began with a book entitled 'Where Are They Now? - Life After Soccer'.

This proved to be incredibly popular and led to the formation of this site as well as a number of club specific titles. So far, the series comprises of Manchester United, Chelsea, Portsmouth, Huddersfield Town, Aston Villa and Liverpool. Forthcoming titles include Arsenal, Southampton and West Bromwich Albion - watch this space!

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LAWSON, ALAN

Updated: 17-07-25 Ian Fairbairn

I lived in the same street as Alan. He was genuine guy and used to kick about with us although we were younger. Sad to hear he has passed away.

HARVEY, DAVID

Updated: 15-07-25 Glenn Marlowe

In July 1983, I was sat in a small waiting room in the maternity dept at St James Hospital, Leeds, our wives were due to give birth any moment.

I immediately recognised him and gave him a reassuring smile, he looked very anxious.

I chose not to ask him about his footballing career, we just sat quietly.
When it was his time to leave the room, he shook my hand and said "Thank You". From that it was my clear understanding the thanks was for not discussing anything to do with football.

Afterall, footballers are human with the same worries as everyone else.

HALOM, VIC

Updated: 15-07-25 Neil Ashworth

Vic was "The Boss" (manager of Rochdale AFC) in 1984/85 and I was one of 8 Apprentice Footballers. He was a great boss, loved a Big Mac as I recall!

MILLINGTON, RALPH

Updated: 15-07-25 Alan Keating .

I was acquainted with his daughter , Joanna , whom I worked with in the VAT department of government .

I did not see Ralph play, but he is still remembered fondly by older Tranmere supporters .

Ellesmere Port Town , sadly , are no more.

SUMMERHILL, PHIL

Updated: 10-07-25 Graham

I just came home from staying at the valentine hotel in menorca where me and my wife met phil and his wife ,they were a great couple and i loved listening to the stories of his old playing days , hope you had a good flight home , take care the both of of you and hope to see you again in menorca , from graham the (arsenal fan with ginger hair and karen his wife ;-)

MURRAY, ALAN

Updated: 10-07-25 John Turner

I went on loan to Doncaster Rovers in 1972 Alan Murray was there and the manager was called Morris setters I was alone from Derby County only 18 played three games and the last game we beat Scunthorpe one nil have a Murray score the penalty to win the game after the match he took me home to Easington collery where I lived with my mum and dad on the way he told me he was going to Middlesbrough to see his best mate who Graham Souness he dropped me off and I never saw him again to this day. I wonder where he is thank you very much indeed for your kindness.⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️

MORGAN, WILLIE

Updated: 10-07-25 Geoffrey Sharp

Met Willie today in Tesco Altrincham. Had a great chat about the old days at Old Trafford. What a lovely man.

EARLE, STEVE

Updated: 10-07-25 Peter Dobbs

Steve was in the year above me at Whitton Secondary School. His year had a good team and played in an all London schools final at Hounslow Towns ground against a school team from East London, which included John Sissons.(later West Ham) They unfortunately won. p.s. My year were rubbish in comparison!!

FOLEY, PETER

Updated: 10-07-25 DAVID CHUNG

Pete was our pension advisor for years. Whenever he came round it was more of a social event than a pension meeting. Stayed for hours. A really genuine guy and a real gentleman as well

MACEY, JOHN

Updated: 10-07-25 Paul Crampton

I was a young apprentice at Grimsby Town when you arrived around 69 mate. I clearly remember your old house in Trinity Rd and the Cortina you used to race around in with Dave Worthington. If you ever read this best regards from Cornwall.

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