Nick Marshall joined Liverpool FC as head of Academy football operations in August 2014 and is now assistant Academy director.

A UEFA Pro-licensed coach, he arrived with more than two decades of experience having previously worked for Barnsley and Leeds United as a coach, the Football Association as a coach mentor, and Nottingham Forest, where he was academy manager for 12 of his 16 years there.

Marshall's role in Kirkby involves working closely with staff to provide the necessary support they require to deliver a world-class development programme.

He is also responsible for implementing the Elite Player Performance Plan and works with the player recruitment team.