Neal Trotman
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Neal Anthony Trotman is an English footballer who currently plays for Football League One
side Rochdale
. He plays as a central defender. He has a twin brother named Leon..
at the age of 18 and was soon picked up by Oldham Athletic
. In his first season he made just two appearances scoring in an FA Cup
tie against Kettering Town
. With his chances limited he was sent out on loan to Halifax Town
for the remainder of the 2006–07 season.
Trotman's chances at the beginning of the 2007–08 season were also limited until injuries hit the Latics' defence. Trotman then found himself in a string of first team matches impressing the manager and the fans in the process. He was quickly hailed a "hot prospect" by the fans and became a first team regular. Trotman scored his first goal of the campaign against Leeds United
in Oldham's 3–1 win at Elland Road
however he missed their historic 1–0 win over Everton
at Goodison Park
due to suspension after accumulating five yellow cards. His good aerial ability matched by his athleticism, strength and sharpness attracted scouts from clubs in higher divisions. With interest growing in Trotman, Oldham faced a tough fight to keep hold of him during the transfer window. On 29 January, it had been confirmed that Plymouth Argyle
had made an undisclosed fee; however that bid alerted numerous clubs who were tracking his progress to make a move, among those clubs were Preston North End
, Derby County
, and Blackburn Rovers
.
on 30 January 2008 for a fee of £500,000 (including "sell on" and "after appearances" clauses) on a three year deal. Due to a long term injury which ruled him out for most of the 2008–09 season he signed a one month loan deal with Colchester United
on 19 March 2009 to gain match fitness.
During the 2009–10 season Trotman scored for three different clubs Preston North End, Southampton
and Huddersfield Town
. He made his first start of the 2009–10 season for Preston coming on as a 67 minute substitute and scoring in their 5–1 win over Morecambe
in the first round of the League Cup
. He was then Loaned out to League One side Southampton for until January 2010, were he made 18 appearances scoring twice before returning to Preston.
He was then loaned out to League One
side Huddersfield Town in January 2010 until the end of the season were he made 23 appearances scoring twice and helping them to a League One Play-Offs semi-finial until they were knocked out the second leg. Trotman was put on the transfer list by Preston manger Darren Ferguson
after returning from a loan spell at League One side Huddersfield Town.
on the 5 September 2009. His first goal for the club came in a 3–1 victory away at Southend. He also scored in a 3–1 victory over Exeter City on Boxing day
, 2009. Trotman's last appearance for Southampton came in their 2–1 away defeat at Colchester United
on 28 December 2009, after making 18 appearances with 17 of them starts and scoring two goals for the club.
on loan until the end of the season. On 30 January, he made his debut in the 1–0 win against Yeovil Town
at Huish Park
, along with two other of Towns new signings on loan striker Nathan Eccleston
and Australian left back Dean Heffernan
. He scored his first goal for the club in the 2–0 win against Hartlepool United
at Victoria Park
on 20 February 2010. On 13 March, he scored his first goal at the Galpharm Stadium
against Norwich City
where Town lost 3–1 in the end. Trotman became a regular in the side replacing vice captain Nathan Clarke
partnering captain Peter Clarke
in Towns central defence for the second half of the season.
After helping the Terriers reach the play-offs, he returned to Preston, after their 2–0 loss to Millwall
in the semi-finals after playing 21 games scoring two during his loan spell with the Terriers. Huddersfield manager Lee Clark, confirmed he wants to bring Trotman back to the club on a permanent basis. Saying "Neal did well in his time here, playing a key role in our improved away form in the second half of the season and we're looking at his situation."
on loan until January 2011. His loan was then extended until the end of the season.
Football League One
Football League One is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system....
side Rochdale
Rochdale A.F.C.
Rochdale Association Football Club is an English professional football club based in Rochdale, Greater Manchester. They play their home matches at Spotland Stadium. Formed in 1907, they were accepted into the Football League in 1921...
. He plays as a central defender. He has a twin brother named Leon..
Oldham Athletic
He was released by BurnleyBurnley F.C.
Burnley Football Club are a professional English Football League club based in Burnley, Lancashire. Nicknamed the Clarets, due to the dominant colour of their home shirts, they were founder members of the Football League in 1888...
at the age of 18 and was soon picked up by Oldham Athletic
Oldham Athletic A.F.C.
Oldham Athletic Association Football Club is an English association football club based at Boundary Park, on Sheepfoot Lane in Oldham, Greater Manchester. The club currently competes in the Football League One, the third tier of the English league...
. In his first season he made just two appearances scoring in an FA Cup
FA Cup
The Football Association Challenge Cup, commonly known as the FA Cup, is a knockout cup competition in English football and is the oldest association football competition in the world. The "FA Cup" is run by and named after The Football Association and usually refers to the English men's...
tie against Kettering Town
Kettering Town F.C.
Kettering Town Football Club are a football club originating in Kettering, Northamptonshire but currently based in the nearby village of Irthlingborough. The club play in the Conference National after winning the Conference North in 2007–08...
. With his chances limited he was sent out on loan to Halifax Town
Halifax Town A.F.C.
Halifax Town Association Football Club were an English football team who most recently played in the Conference National, although prior to that they participated in the Football League for over eighty years...
for the remainder of the 2006–07 season.
Trotman's chances at the beginning of the 2007–08 season were also limited until injuries hit the Latics' defence. Trotman then found himself in a string of first team matches impressing the manager and the fans in the process. He was quickly hailed a "hot prospect" by the fans and became a first team regular. Trotman scored his first goal of the campaign against Leeds United
Leeds United A.F.C.
Leeds United Association Football Club are an English professional association football club based in Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, who play in the Football League Championship, the second tier of the English football league system...
in Oldham's 3–1 win at Elland Road
Elland Road
Elland Road is an all-seater football stadium in Beeston, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It has been the permanent residence of Leeds United A.F.C...
however he missed their historic 1–0 win over Everton
Everton F.C.
Everton Football Club are an English professional association football club from the city of Liverpool. The club competes in the Premier League, the highest level of English football...
at Goodison Park
Goodison Park
Goodison Park is a football stadium located in Walton, Liverpool, England. The stadium has been home to Everton F.C. since its completion in 1892 and is one of the world's first purpose-built football grounds...
due to suspension after accumulating five yellow cards. His good aerial ability matched by his athleticism, strength and sharpness attracted scouts from clubs in higher divisions. With interest growing in Trotman, Oldham faced a tough fight to keep hold of him during the transfer window. On 29 January, it had been confirmed that Plymouth Argyle
Plymouth Argyle F.C.
Plymouth Argyle Football Club is an English professional football club, based in Plymouth, Devon, that plays in Football League Two.Since becoming professional in 1903, the club has won five Football League titles, five Southern League titles and one Western League title. The 2009–10 season was the...
had made an undisclosed fee; however that bid alerted numerous clubs who were tracking his progress to make a move, among those clubs were Preston North End
Preston North End F.C.
Preston North End Football Club is an English professional football club located in the Deepdale area of the city of Preston, Lancashire, currently playing in the third tier of English league football, League One...
, Derby County
Derby County F.C.
Derby County Football Club is an English football based in Derby. the club play in the Football League Championship and is notable as being one of the twelve founder members of the Football League in 1888 and is, therefore, one of only ten clubs to have competed in every season of the English...
, and Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn Rovers F.C.
Blackburn Rovers Football Club is an English professional association football club based in the town of Blackburn, Lancashire. The team currently competes in the Premier League, the top tier of English football....
.
Preston North End
He signed for Preston North EndPreston North End F.C.
Preston North End Football Club is an English professional football club located in the Deepdale area of the city of Preston, Lancashire, currently playing in the third tier of English league football, League One...
on 30 January 2008 for a fee of £500,000 (including "sell on" and "after appearances" clauses) on a three year deal. Due to a long term injury which ruled him out for most of the 2008–09 season he signed a one month loan deal with Colchester United
Colchester United F.C.
Colchester United Football Club is an English football club based in Colchester. The club was formed in 1937, and briefly shared their old Layer Road home with now defunct side Colchester Town who had previously used the ground from 1910....
on 19 March 2009 to gain match fitness.
During the 2009–10 season Trotman scored for three different clubs Preston North End, Southampton
Southampton F.C.
Southampton Football Club is an English football team, nicknamed The Saints, based in the city of Southampton, Hampshire. The club gained promotion to the Championship from League One in the 2010–2011 season after being relegated in 2009. Their home ground is the St Mary's Stadium, where the club...
and Huddersfield Town
Huddersfield Town F.C.
Huddersfield Town Football Club is an English football club formed in 1908 and based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. They currently play in League One...
. He made his first start of the 2009–10 season for Preston coming on as a 67 minute substitute and scoring in their 5–1 win over Morecambe
Morecambe F.C.
Morecambe Football Club is an English football club based in Morecambe, Lancashire. It plays its football in League Two, the fourth division of English football, having been promoted in 2007 for the first time in their history to the Football League. They played their home matches at Christie Park...
in the first round of the League Cup
Football League Cup
The Football League Cup, commonly known as the League Cup or, from current sponsorship, the Carling Cup, is an English association football competition. Like the FA Cup, it is played on a knockout basis...
. He was then Loaned out to League One side Southampton for until January 2010, were he made 18 appearances scoring twice before returning to Preston.
He was then loaned out to League One
Football League One
Football League One is the second-highest division of The Football League and third-highest division overall in the English football league system....
side Huddersfield Town in January 2010 until the end of the season were he made 23 appearances scoring twice and helping them to a League One Play-Offs semi-finial until they were knocked out the second leg. Trotman was put on the transfer list by Preston manger Darren Ferguson
Darren Ferguson
Darren Ferguson is a Scottish football manager and former player, currently in his second spell as the manager of Peterborough United...
after returning from a loan spell at League One side Huddersfield Town.
Southampton
On 20 August 2009, Trotman joined Southampton on loan until January 2010. His first start for the club came in their 0–0 draw at home to Colchester UnitedColchester United F.C.
Colchester United Football Club is an English football club based in Colchester. The club was formed in 1937, and briefly shared their old Layer Road home with now defunct side Colchester Town who had previously used the ground from 1910....
on the 5 September 2009. His first goal for the club came in a 3–1 victory away at Southend. He also scored in a 3–1 victory over Exeter City on Boxing day
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a bank or public holiday that occurs on 26 December, or the first or second weekday after Christmas Day, depending on national or regional laws. It is observed in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and some other Commonwealth nations. In Ireland, it is recognized as...
, 2009. Trotman's last appearance for Southampton came in their 2–1 away defeat at Colchester United
Colchester United F.C.
Colchester United Football Club is an English football club based in Colchester. The club was formed in 1937, and briefly shared their old Layer Road home with now defunct side Colchester Town who had previously used the ground from 1910....
on 28 December 2009, after making 18 appearances with 17 of them starts and scoring two goals for the club.
Huddersfield Town
In January 2010, he joined Huddersfield TownHuddersfield Town F.C.
Huddersfield Town Football Club is an English football club formed in 1908 and based in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. They currently play in League One...
on loan until the end of the season. On 30 January, he made his debut in the 1–0 win against Yeovil Town
Yeovil Town F.C.
Yeovil Town F.C. are an English association football team based in Yeovil, Somerset. The club play in League One after having won the League Two championship in 2004–05...
at Huish Park
Huish Park
Huish Park is a football ground in the suburbs of Yeovil, Somerset, England and is the home ground of Yeovil Town Football Club. The stadium replaced the club's previous ground, The Huish famous for numerous FA Cup giant-killings was officially opened on 4 August 1990, with a match against then...
, along with two other of Towns new signings on loan striker Nathan Eccleston
Nathan Eccleston
Nathan Geoffrey Junior Eccleston is an English footballer who plays as a striker for Liverpool, and lives in Maghull, Merseyside.-Liverpool:He was originally signed from Bury when he was 15 years old....
and Australian left back Dean Heffernan
Dean Heffernan
Dean James Heffernan is an Australian professional football player who currently plays as a left back for Chinese Super League club Liaoning Whowin.-Club career:...
. He scored his first goal for the club in the 2–0 win against Hartlepool United
Hartlepool United F.C.
Hartlepool United Football Club is an English professional football club based in Hartlepool that currently play in League One. The team won promotion to League One in the 2006–07 season...
at Victoria Park
Victoria Park, Hartlepool
Victoria Park is a 7,856 capacity football ground in Hartlepool, County Durham, England and it is the home of Hartlepool United.The four sides of the ground are known as the Town End Terrace , the Niramax Stand , the Cyril Knowles Stand and the Rink End Victoria Park is a 7,856 capacity football...
on 20 February 2010. On 13 March, he scored his first goal at the Galpharm Stadium
Galpharm Stadium
The Galpharm Stadium, formerly the Alfred McAlpine Stadium, is a multi-use sports in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. Since 1994, it has been the home ground of Huddersfield Town and Super League side, Huddersfield Giants.-The Stadium:...
against Norwich City
Norwich City F.C.
Norwich City Football Club is an English professional football club based in Norwich, Norfolk. As of the 2011–12 season, Norwich City are again playing in the Premier League after a six-year absence, having finished as runner up in the Championship in 2010–11 and winning automatic promotion.The...
where Town lost 3–1 in the end. Trotman became a regular in the side replacing vice captain Nathan Clarke
Nathan Clarke
Nathan Clarke is a professional footballer who currently plays in central defence for Macclesfield Town on loan from Huddersfield Town in Football League One in England.-Playing career:...
partnering captain Peter Clarke
Peter Clarke (footballer)
Peter Michael Clarke is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Huddersfield Town, where he is club captain....
in Towns central defence for the second half of the season.
After helping the Terriers reach the play-offs, he returned to Preston, after their 2–0 loss to Millwall
Millwall F.C.
Millwall Football Club is an English professional football club based in South Bermondsey, south east London, that plays in the Football League Championship, the second tier of English football. Founded as Millwall Rovers in 1885, the club has retained its name despite having last played in the...
in the semi-finals after playing 21 games scoring two during his loan spell with the Terriers. Huddersfield manager Lee Clark, confirmed he wants to bring Trotman back to the club on a permanent basis. Saying "Neal did well in his time here, playing a key role in our improved away form in the second half of the season and we're looking at his situation."
Oldham Athletic
On 25 November 2010, Trotman re-joined his previous club Oldham AthleticOldham Athletic A.F.C.
Oldham Athletic Association Football Club is an English association football club based at Boundary Park, on Sheepfoot Lane in Oldham, Greater Manchester. The club currently competes in the Football League One, the third tier of the English league...
on loan until January 2011. His loan was then extended until the end of the season.
Rochdale
Trotman signed for English League One club Rochdale on 14 July 2011 on a two year contract.Chesterfield
On 3 November 2011, Trotman joined chesterfield on a two-month loan deal with Dean Holden going in the opposite direction.Trotman also indicated on the Chesterfield FC website that the deal may become permanent in January 2012.External links
- Neal Trotman player profile at pnefc.net