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Signing successes
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Signing successes
Scoring big goals in engineering at MMA

Transfer strategy guide

If this is your child’s first foray into the professional game and you’re feeling unsure of how to tackle conversations around their options, don’t worry, we’re here to help talk you through it. And if at any point either of you need an arm around the shoulder and a pep talk, there’s loads more information from the senior pros on our website.

Applications
Applications
Top level players get given a huge brief from the technical staff at clubs. Your child applying for a job is no different. Make sure before anything else happens, your...
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Interviews
Interviews
Here’s where your child needs to act like the gaffer themselves. Nice firm handshake, eye contact, clear, confident speaking voice. Oh and if they want to dress like a manager...
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Scouting reports

Age:
18
Ivie Channell Ekhibise
Technology Engineering Apprentice
Ivie Channell Ekhibise

Aim: Complete a Level 7 Apprenticeship in Technology Engineering and become a fully fledged professional.

Player notes: Keeps ears to the ground and eyes on the goal — a player who takes on feedback like a pro and always looks to improve. Never settles for a draw when a win is in reach — sets high standards and pushes the squad to raise their game, always chasing silverware with hunger and belief.

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Age:
20
Natasha Keogh
Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice
Natasha Keogh

Aim: To build on opportunities within civil engineering and be part of projects to improve London’s transport.

Player notes: Already showing strong game awareness and eager to learn every role in the squad. Not afraid to roll up her sleeves and put the work in, but just as comfortable stepping up when the team needs a cool head. One to watch — versatile, dependable, and hungry to develop into a top-class player across all areas of the game.

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Age:
20
Amelia Thompson
Degree Apprenticeship in Sales
Amelia Thompson

Aim: Gain expertise to work her way up in the company.

Player notes: A real team player with bags of energy and sharp communication. Scores a perfect 10 for teamwork, always looking for the pass and never afraid to put in the hard yards for the squad. One to watch as she continues to grow her game and push for the captain’s armband.

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Age:
20
Mackena Bradshaw
Degree Apprenticeship in (B2B) Sales
Mackena Bradshaw

Aim: Own business and have freedom to travel anywhere.

Player notes: A natural leader that wants a club career spanning the globe. Great work ethic and will cover every blade of grass. Adept at creating something out of nothing.

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Age:
20
Kareena Kaur Sandhu
Craftsperson Advanced Apprentice
Kareena Kaur Sandhu

Aim: Become a Commissioning Engineer.

Player notes: Plays for the team, not the headlines — always tuned in to the manager’s vision and the voices around the pitch. Sets the bar high with every performance, chasing top-flight standards and never losing sight of the bigger goal. A dependable player with a winning mentality.

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Age:
21
Matthew Coutts
Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering
Matthew Coutts

Aim: Become a Chartered Engineer working at the forefront of innovative technology

Player notes: A composed and versatile operator – sharp eye for detail and never caught out of position. Excellent at adapting to new formations and game plans. Quick-thinking under pressure and always one step ahead.

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Age:
23
Salim Khalfan
Recruitment Resourcer Apprentice
Salim Khalfan

Aim: To spot talent early and shape the next generation of top performers

Player notes: Always two steps ahead of the play, setting up the squad for long-term success. Knows how to get the best out of others and builds confidence across the dressing room. Strong organiser with a calm head on the ball — a reliable engine in the build-up phase who makes sure every transfer pays off. A key figure in shaping the future of the club.

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Age:
23
Rory MacArthur
Power Systems Technician
Rory MacArthur

Aim: To commission large infrastructure projects

Player notes: Brilliant at reading the game and coaching those around him – often seen directing play and making the complex look simple. Big on maths and never afraid to put in a shift for the team.

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Age:
25
Ola Adepitan
Degree Apprenticeship in Business Management
Ola Adepitan

Aim: To shape projects that deliver impact now and build a smarter, more connected city for the future

Player notes: A natural orchestrator with a big-game mentality. Reads the pitch like a seasoned pro and brings calm to the chaos. Excellent at linking defence to attack, getting everyone playing in the same direction.

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Age:
30
Sophie Lindon
Advanced Apprentice in Manufacturing
Sophie Lindon

Aim: To create sustainable options for the future and the environment

Player notes: Pulls the strings with creative vision and sharp decision-making. A natural captain who leads by example, keeps the squad focused, and lifts heads when the chips are down. Reads the game brilliantly, spotting angles others miss and finding solutions under pressure. Brings the team together like a well-drilled unit — always playing for the badge.

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