Marek Szmid, Academy player care manager - Liverpool FC
Marek Szmid
Academy player care manager
Marek Szmid arrived at the Academy in September 2022 as player care manager for the Academy.
A former England Youth International and professional player, Marek is also a qualified UEFA Coach.
Having enjoyed a successful youth career, Marek on completion of his degree at Liverpool John Moores University taught PE in a secondary school.
In 2010 Marek accepted the position of education and welfare officer at Manchester United and part of his responsibilities was to perform the role of a safeguarding officer. During this period Marek worked with players who transitioned into senior internationals.
Following a spell in the business side of football in player management, Marek returned to academy football and is well positioned given his experiences to support young p...
Nationality
English