Leicester City’s Brown leads top UK coaches to FCV Gladiator camp

Former Leicester City defender, Grant Brown, Australia-born Liam Merrick and Ipswich Town’s Ashley Foulger are the three top coaches expected at second FCV Gladiator Camp, which holds at Grange School Lagos from April 1 to 5.

The FCV International Academy coaches will handle proceedings at the one-week camp alongside former Super Eagles star, Mutiu Adepoju.
Grant’s playing career boasts a remarkable 18-year stint as a defender, accumulating nearly 600 appearances. His journey started at Leicester City, followed by 13-year at Lincoln City, notably, becoming Lincoln City’s highest appearance holder, amassing an impressive 407 league outings.

The UEFA A License holder joined FCV International Football Academy in 2016 and has since assumed the role of Head of Football.
Foulger transitioned from a playing career, which saw him represent Ipswich Town, Northampton Town, Peterborough United and MK Dons, to coaching, amassing over a decade of invaluable experience.

Currently working towards his UEFA B Licence, Foulger’s coaching journey has taken him across the globe, shaping talents in Finland, Hong Kong, Albania. He served as the FCV’s steadfast goalkeeping coach and he is a vital part of the Football Department.

Merrick joined FCV back in 2018, transitioning from his homeland of Australia to pursue his passion for football in England. His debut season saw him play a pivotal role in FCV’s triumph in the National Alliance League, a feat accompanied by the prestigious title of Player of the Year for the 2019/20 season.