Alex Inglethorpe, Academy director - Liverpool FC
Alex Inglethorpe
Academy director
Alex Inglethorpe is the Academy director at Liverpool FC, charged with developing an environment in which players and staff can thrive and overseeing a style of play that mirrors Jürgen Klopp's senior team.
He was originally appointed U21s coach in November 2012 and joined the Reds from Tottenham Hotspur after six years of service at White Hart Lane.
In August 2022 his ties to Liverpool were reinforced when he penned a new, long-term contract in recognition of a sustained period of success for the Academy set-up.
As a player, Inglethorpe's career began at Watford, where he featured in the attacking midfield role, sometimes pushing further on to play as a striker.
Following a loan spell at Barnet in 1995, Inglethorpe signed for Leyton Orient, befor...
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ColumnAlex Inglethorpe: There is an inherent belief and big faith in our young players. In our latest column from Kirkby, we hear from Liverpool Academy director Alex Inglethorpe about the impact made by youngsters in the senior Reds team so far this season and the pathway at the club that gives everyone hope.
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ColumnAlex Inglethorpe: I am so proud of Trent, he is an inspiration to our young players. In our latest column from Kirkby, Academy director Alex Inglethorpe previews the new 2023-24 season and tells us of his pride at seeing Trent Alexander-Arnold made vice-captain of Liverpool FC.
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FeatureFive things we learned from Alex Inglethorpe on the 'We are Liverpool' podcast. Alex Inglethorpe was a fascinating guest on episode nine of the 'We are Liverpool' podcast.
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Out now'We are Liverpool' podcast: Episode 9 - Alex Inglethorpe. Academy manager Alex Inglethorpe is the guest on episode nine of the 'We are Liverpool' podcast.
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Column'Steve Heighway is a massive influence on everybody at the Academy'. In our latest column from Kirkby, Academy manager Alex Inglethorpe pays a special tribute to Steve Heighway, who recently announced his retirement from coaching at the age of 75.