Aug 1

Aug 1 Liverpool Appoint Simon Wiles as New U18s Head Coach

Liverpool Football Club has officially appointed Simon Wiles as the new U18s head coach, taking over from Marc Bridge-Wilkinson, the club announced in a statement on Friday.

Wiles, 40, joins the Reds’ Academy setup after a stint with Manchester United’s youth system, bringing with him a wealth of experience in both senior and youth coaching roles.

🗣️ “A Highly Regarded Young Coach” – Inglethorpe

Reacting to the appointment, Liverpool Academy Director, Alex Inglethorpe, praised Wiles’ track record and his potential impact on developing the next generation of Anfield stars.

“Simon is a highly regarded young coach and I’m delighted he’s agreed to take a key role within the Academy as lead for the U18s group.”

👨‍🏫 Who is Simon Wiles?

Former coach at Manchester United Academy
Worked extensively with youth development programs
Previously held coaching roles at Salford City and Fleetwood Town
Known for his player-first approach and commitment to technical development

⚽ What This Means for Liverpool

Wiles’ appointment is seen as part of Liverpool’s ongoing effort to strengthen the academy pipeline, which has produced top talents like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Curtis Jones, and most recently, Jarell Quansah.

As the U18s head coach, he’ll be tasked with nurturing the club’s brightest young prospects and aligning them with the senior team’s tactical identity.