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

A UEFA Pro-licensed coach, he arrived with over 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 14 out of his 16-year spell there.

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

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