National League North

Kev aims to give back to Puritans

Chelsea legend Kevin Wilson says he is determined to help the development of young players in his local community – much in the same way he was given his big opportunity.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
4 February 2024

By Jon Couch

HOMEWARD BOUND: Kevin Wilson

CHELSEA legend Kevin Wilson says he is determined to help the development of young players in his local community – much in the same way he was given his big opportunity.
The 62-year-old has been unveiled as new boss of hometown club Banbury United – his first management post since leaving Nuneaton Town eight years ago.
Wilson broke into the Puritans’ first team at the age of 17, making 45 appearances and scoring 13 goals for the club before landing a club record £25,000 transfer to Football League club Derby County.
From there, he enjoyed a lon...

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