Liam Ridgewell

About

Skilled defender who joined West Bromwich Albion in 2012 after spending five seasons with Birmingham City.

Before Fame

He spent his youth career with West Ham United and Aston Villa and began his professional career with Aston Villa in 2001.

Trivia

He became the first player in more than 20 years to transfer from Aston Villa to bitter rival Birmingham City, yet he quickly won over skeptical fans with his play.

Family Life

He grew up in Bexleyheath, England.

Associated With

He faced off against future soccer star Wayne Rooney in the FA Youth Cup Finals in 2001.