AcidBurn Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Simple really is there an age limit for players in the EPL can I play a 14 year old youth player or do they have to be over 16? Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neji Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 16 or over. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Neji, how do you know so much ??? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neji Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Hi, I'm Neji... and I'm an FM-aholic. Seriously though, I've been reading these forums for a while. You pick things up especially from the members who have been here even longer. Having said that, I still learn loads from other members. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Well you've been here since 2006 so that must be the reason why everytime im looking through the forums, your name always pops up to answer peoples questions. I'm still relativly new to the forums "compared to you" so i think i should take that as a piece of advice and learn from experienced member of the FM Forums Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neji Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Well, I like to be of assistance and I always have this site open at the side of FM when I'm playing. When FM is processing, loading, saving etc I pop on here so I don't get bored Good to see 'newer' (I wouldn't say you were that new though ) users providing good posts, too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I'm still relativly new to the forums "compared to you" and if your suggesting that i "write useful/interessting post" then thank you, if not, then...i agree with you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NepentheZ Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Its not exactly the time you've been on the forums, more your contribution toward it. Some people have been here 3 years and continually post... "I don't know, sorry, perhaps someone else can help you". Neji however, is one of a select few on GQ that really put effort in and contribute massively towards keeping the forum sane. As for picking up knowledge, that comes from members old and new To the OP - 16 is the minumum age, but if you've a 14 year old that you would like to expose to first team football, you are permitted to play him in the F.A Cup. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amaroq Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Yeah, I'll add a for Neji, too - sometimes I think you're trying to put me out of a job, mate! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Crikey, Neji has got his own little fan club going here. Has anyone got a BAD word against him? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueglobefootball123 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Loving in love to fellow members Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AcidBurn Posted August 8, 2008 Author Share Posted August 8, 2008 Thanks for the reply, I guess when I make myself I better make sure I'm over 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Sometimes I wonder if Neji does what I do - Act like you know the answer then breathe a sigh of relief when you turn out to be right! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Crikey, Neji has got his own little fan club going here. Has anyone got a BAD word against him? Someone called him Neil recently. Was worth a chortle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueglobefootball123 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Sometimes I wonder if Neji does what I do - Act like you know the answer then breathe a sigh of relief when you turn out to be right! - thats some admission Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 There goes my credibility! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Someone called him Neil recently. Was worth a chortle. lol. But im guessing, Neji surely isn't his real name, well possible but i dont know where he's from. Maybe someone had inside info and his name is Neil...is he like the Stig do'ya reckon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike7077 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 lol. But im guessing, Neji surely isn't his real name, well possible but i dont know where he's from. Maybe someone had inside info and his name is Neil...is he like the Stig do'ya reckon Even the Stig bows down to Neji. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NepentheZ Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Even the Stig bows down to Neji. Neji taught the Stig how to drive, IIRC. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 He definatly taught the Stig how to nourish his youngsters into world beaters. He had a lot of success with Cara Sterio and Iona Ford iirc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmfan08 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Sometimes I wonder if Neji does what I do - Act like you know the answer then breathe a sigh of relief when you turn out to be right! I'll go guilty and own up to that one Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neji Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I feel like I have my own followers, I just went to watch Arsenal v Ajax and come back to praise. I love it! Yeah, I'll add a for Neji, too - sometimes I think you're trying to put me out of a job, mate! I'm secretly plotting your downfall, I'm thinking of coming to FM Stories and topping your Blades story with a Wednesday one! Sometimes I wonder if Neji does what I do - Act like you know the answer then breathe a sigh of relief when you turn out to be right! How dare you! I always make a point of adding "I think" or "I believe" if I'm not 100% sure of something. lol. But im guessing, Neji surely isn't his real name, well possible but i dont know where he's from. Maybe someone had inside info and his name is Neil...is he like the Stig do'ya reckon I could tell you my real name.. but it would probably blow all your minds! Hmmm. I don't mind the Stig references though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I could tell you my real name.. but it would probably blow all your minds! Hmmm. Now thats just mean, keeping us in suspense like this ....but i suppose all iconic figures should have mind blowing names Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 I think we should get a neji thread going, see if anyone can guess his name *sorry to double post* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
x42bn6 Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Does this age limit apply for Cups as well? Luke Freeman made his debut for Gillingham in the FA Cup at 15 years, 233 days, and he's now at Arsenal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NepentheZ Posted August 8, 2008 Share Posted August 8, 2008 Does this age limit apply for Cups as well? Luke Freeman made his debut for Gillingham in the FA Cup at 15 years, 233 days, and he's now at Arsenal. Its not exactly the time you've been on the forums, more your contribution toward it. Some people have been here 3 years and continually post..."I don't know, sorry, perhaps someone else can help you". Neji however, is one of a select few on GQ that really put effort in and contribute massively towards keeping the forum sane. As for picking up knowledge, that comes from members old and new To the OP - 16 is the minumum age, but if you've a 14 year old that you would like to expose to first team football, you are permitted to play him in the F.A Cup. Should clear things up there, mate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAFC Nick Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 The age limit for Premier League players is 16. I believe this is the case definitely for British players, but im not sure if the guidelines are exactly the same for foreign players. The best case of this was that Manchester United wanted to hand Darren Fletcher his debut when he was 16 but the guidelines stated that he had to finish mandatory school (to the age of 16) before you are allowed to play in the Premier League. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavenagh Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 The age limit for Premier League players is 16. I believe this is the case definitely for British players, but im not sure if the guidelines are exactly the same for foreign players. It does because it's not Premier League rules, but Child Labour Laws that put an age maximum of 16. After all, Footballer is a job. And the laws in the U.K. prohibit working full time until age 16, regardless of nationality. They're laws to prevent the abuse of children and ensure a safe working environment for those that have to work. Dispensation can be given for younger players, in essence a local council work permit, signed off by the parents/guardian of the player. Which is more likely to be given for a part time job which a cup run out could be considered as. One would be highly unlikely to be given to a player for them to feature in the first time full time, as they have to complete their schooling. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
saulty2805 Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 So does that mean that a player under the age of 16 could play 1st team football as long as they are on a part time contract?? Sorry if thats just silly Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavenagh Posted August 9, 2008 Share Posted August 9, 2008 They might get dispensation for a one off game, which I think has happened in lower leagues than the Premiership, but not for the full season. That would be a full time job. The Premier League probably wouldn't allow it either, and it's likely to be written into their rules as well as being a part of the national law. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafuge Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 16 or over. Sorry to drag up a year old thread but has this changed or are there exceptions in the game? The reason I ask is I've just fielded a 15 year old in a Premier League match: The Player The Match Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
santy001 Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I've played a 14 year old in the premiership as well, I know outside the premiership 15 year olds have played before. If it isn't allowed for players under 16 to play in the premiership then it hasn't been implemented, they do appear as inelligible for the champions league under 16 though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smurf Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I've played a 14 year old in the premiership as well, I know outside the premiership 15 year olds have played before. If it isn't allowed for players under 16 to play in the premiership then it hasn't been implemented, they do appear as inelligible for the champions league under 16 though. Yeh I've played 14 year old players before. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elrithral Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Crikey, Neji has got his own little fan club going here. Has anyone got a BAD word against him? He's a student. I consider that a bad word. Also, he turned down my advances, which makes him a winky tease. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCIAG Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 And he DOESN'T KNOW. But he knows more than that Nomis chap. I think it's been changed. I couldn't field a 15 yo. in the PL on 07. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neji Posted August 11, 2009 Share Posted August 11, 2009 Sorry to drag up a year old thread but has this changed or are there exceptions in the game? I think it may have changed as I also played a 15 year-old recently. I'm pretty certain that in previous games, I could only play 16s and over. I'd look at it but I'm in the middle of decorating and have no idea where 07 and 08 are Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nomis07 Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 And he DOESN'T KNOW. But he knows more than that Nomis chap. Bullox . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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