Conor Bradley

Full name: Conor Bradley

Date of birth/Age: Jul 9, 2003 (21)

Place of birth: Castlederg Northern Ireland

Height: 1,81 m

Citizenship: Northern Ireland

Position: Defender - Right-Back

Foot: Right

Current club: Liverpool FC

Joined: Jul 1, 2023

Contract expires: Jun 30, 2027

Last contract extension: Dec 1, 2023

Conor Bradley is a Northern Irish professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Liverpool in the Premier League and captains the Northern Ireland national team.

Early Life and Youth Career

Birth and Background: Born on July 9, 2003, in Aghyaran, Castlederg, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, Bradley grew up playing Gaelic football for his local club, Aghyaran St Davog's, showcasing his athletic talent from a young age.

Education: He attended Christian Brothers Grammar School in Omagh, where he was fast-tracked through his education to complete his GCSEs early.

Youth Development: Bradley began his football journey with St Patrick's FC at age nine and also trained at Liverpool's Northern Ireland development centre. He later played for Dungannon United Youth and Dungannon Swifts before moving to Liverpool's youth academy in 2019 on a scholarship.

Professional Career with Liverpool

Debut: Bradley made his first-team debut for Liverpool in the 2021-22 EFL Cup against Norwich City, becoming the first Northern Irish player to feature in a competitive game for Liverpool since Sammy Smyth in 1954.

Loan Spell: In June 2022, he was loaned to Bolton Wanderers in League One where he had a successful season, scoring seven goals in 53 matches and helping the team reach the play-offs. He was honored with several awards at Bolton, including Player of the Year.

Return to Liverpool: Upon returning from his loan, Bradley has made several appearances for Liverpool, notably filling in for Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back. His performances have been praised for maturity, versatility, and effectiveness both defensively and offensively.

Notable Matches: He scored his first goal for Liverpool in a match against Chelsea on January 31, 2024, and started in the 2024 EFL Cup final, where Liverpool won 1-0 against Chelsea after extra time.

International Career

Youth Levels: Bradley has represented Northern Ireland at various youth levels, including captaining the U16 team to win the Victory Shield.

Senior Team: He made his senior debut in May 2021 against Malta. By March 2024, he scored his first international goal in a friendly win over Scotland and later captained the team for the first time.

Playing Style and Attributes

Versatility: Known for his ability to play as a right-back or right midfielder, Bradley's athleticism and tactical understanding have been highlighted as key strengths. His right foot is his preferred one, and he's noted for his passing accuracy, defensive solidity, and offensive contributions.

Performance Stats: In his appearances for Liverpool, he has shown high pass accuracy, created big chances, and contributed with assists and goals, particularly noted in matches against strong opposition.

Recent Developments

Injuries: There have been concerns with injuries, notably a hamstring issue that kept him out for some matches, but he has shown resilience in recovery and performance.

Transfer Value: His current estimated transfer value ranges between €7.1M and €11.9M, indicating his rising stock in the football market.

Conor Bradley is viewed as one of Liverpool's promising talents, with his performances both at club and international levels drawing significant attention. His journey from a small town in Northern Ireland to playing for one of the world's top football clubs illustrates his dedication and potential in the sport.