""After an extensive recruitment process, we are delighted to have appointed Stephen at such an exciting time for our academy," Wilcox said. "Stephen's record of youth development is outstanding; throughout his career he has played a significant role in the development of some of the most talented players in the country. "We will work closely together to ensure that the academy continues to foster the right environment to nurture our young players individually while developing the best talent ready to excel in our first team.""
""I am really proud to have this opportunity to lead Manchester United's academy," Torpey said. "It is obviously a great time to be joining as the club enters an exciting new era; I can't wait to play my role in continuing the incredible tradition of youth development here. "After spending time with the leadership team, it is clear that the academy will always remain key to the identity of Manchester United, with our primary aim being to produce players ready to support a first team capable of challenging for the biggest honours.""
Manchester United have appointed Stephen Torpey as academy director. Torpey will join from Brentford, where he has served since January 2024, and will remain at the club while serving his notice period. Nick Cox departed for Everton as technical director and will stay at Carrington to ensure a smooth transition before relocating to Merseyside. Torpey previously worked within Liverpool's youth set-up from 2008 and at Manchester City from 2014, rising to head of academy coaching and working under director of football Jason Wilcox. Wilcox praised Torpey's youth-development record and outlined plans to foster an environment to produce first-team-ready players. Torpey expressed pride and commitment to continuing Manchester United's tradition of youth development.
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