West Didsbury & Chorlton AFC

Welcome to West, Jacques Etia!

We’re delighted to announce the former Stalybridge Celtic, Ashton United and Glossop North End attacker as our fifth summer signing.

Jacques told us, “I love the energy of the club and the community, which is something I’m all about. I’ve played with Lee and I’ve been coached by him and he’s always believed in me so I believe here is the right place for me to continue to progress.”

Lee Rick told us, “We are really excited to welcome Jacques to the club. He was our main target to strengthen in that area of the pitch and delighted he has agreed. Having worked with him before, I know exactly what he will bring. He is an exciting, direct player who has the ability to get supporters off their seat and entertain. He scores goals, creates chances and has a proven record of good numbers every season and he will be a real asset for us. I’m certain he will become a real fans favourite.”

Welcome to West, Jacques!

Welcome to Issue 1 of The Bugle, the new West Didsbury & Chorlton newsletter.

Every three months, we'll update you on expenditure, stadium development, volunteering opportunities, community work, football operations and many other things going on at the club.

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Our Men’s Reserves side are holding trials in June. Use the link below to express your interest:

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We are delighted to announce that Joe Berks has agreed to join West.

The midfielder came through the ranks at Port Vale before spells at Stafford Rangers, Hednesford Town and most recently at Mossley.

Joint Manager Lee Rick sees the 25 year old as a key signing as we build our squad for the new season, “Joe brings a wealth of quality and experience to the squad having competed at step 4 level over the past few seasons. He is a player I have worked with before and someone I know will not only raise the quality of the group but the standards and mentality. He is comfortable is a number of positions, possesses excellent technical ability and will be a real asset to the group.”

Joe told us, “I saw how well the club were supported at the Macron Cup Final and everything I’ve heard about the club has been great. I’ve spoken to Lee and Steve and their plans really align with what I want to achieve. I’ve played with Lee before and he really helped my game so he was a big factor in me joining the club.”

Welcome to West, Joe 🤍🖤

We are delighted to announce the signing of right back Joel Igwenwanne to West.

The 21 year old grew up in Germany before moving to the UK and joining the youth setup at Sheffield United. Since then he has played at Mossley, Wythenshawe Town, Glossop North End and Avro.

Lee Rick told us, “Joel is someone we identified as a key target early. Having made a number of appearances in a step 4 promotion winning side last season, he will not only bring quality but winning mentality and high standards to the group. He has all the attributes to establish himself as one of the leagues standout players in his position.”

Joel is looking forward to getting started at West, “I’m delighted to be here. I spoke with the managers and their ambitions to build a winning team that achieves promotion are exciting and meet my needs.”

Welcome to West, Joel 🤍🖤