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John Welsh
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Personal information
Full name John Joseph Welsh
Date of birth (1984-01-10) 10 January 1984 (age 41)
Place of birth Liverpool, England
Height 1.69 m (5 ft 6+12 in)
Playing position Midfielder
Club information
Current club Hull City
Number 19
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2002-2006
2005-2006
2006-
2008
Liverpool
Hull City (loan)
Hull City
Chester City (loan)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

John Welsh is a talented English football player. He is known for playing as a midfielder. He has played for several clubs, including Liverpool and Hull City.

John Welsh's Early Career

John Welsh was born in Liverpool, England, on January 10, 1984. He started his football journey at a young age. He joined the famous Liverpool Football Club as a youth player. This was a big step for a young footballer.

Starting at Liverpool

John Welsh began his professional career at Liverpool. He joined the first team in 2002. Playing for a big club like Liverpool was a great opportunity. He learned a lot from experienced players and coaches.

Playing in the Premier League

During his time at Liverpool, John Welsh played in the Premier League. This is the top football league in England. It is very competitive. He also played in other important matches, like cup games.

Moving to Hull City

In 2005, John Welsh moved to Hull City. At first, he joined them on a loan. A loan means a player temporarily moves to another club. This allowed him to get more playing time.

Becoming a Permanent Player

After his loan spell, John Welsh joined Hull City permanently in 2006. He became an important part of their team. He played many games for Hull City in the League Championship. This league is just below the Premier League.

Loan to Chester City

In 2008, John Welsh had another loan move. He played for Chester City. This was in League Two, which is another professional league in England. Loan moves help players gain more experience.

Returning to Hull City

After his loan at Chester City, John Welsh returned to Hull City. He continued to play for them. His career shows how players can move between clubs to find the best fit for their skills. John Welsh is a dedicated midfielder who has played many matches in English football.

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