Fulham have confirmed that Malcolm Elias, who served as their head of academy recruitment, has died. He spent 16 years at Craven Cottage and had previously nurtured young talent, including , elsewhere.
Elias left Anfield to move to west London in 2009, where he's been ever since. He's keen eye for a player saw him spot and aid the development of Harvey Elliott, who made his debut as the Premier League's youngest ever player and has since moved to .
In his previous role at Elias also nurtured young stars like and Theo Walcott before they went on to big and better things.
However he has now passed following a short illness with issuing their condolences to his family. A club statement read: "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our colleague and dear friend, Malcolm Elias, after a short illness.
"The Club’s Head of Academy Recruitment, Malcolm had a fantastic reputation in football for unearthing and nurturing young talent.
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"A proud Welshman, Malcolm was approaching his 16th anniversary at Craven Cottage this summer, having joined us from Liverpool in July 2009, while he also previously enjoyed a highly successful spell at Southampton alongside future Fulham colleagues Huw Jennings and Steve Wigley.
"The influence that Malcolm had on the modern game cannot be understated, having worked with and developed the likes of Theo Walcott, Gareth Bale, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harvey Elliott, Luke Harris and Jay Stansfield, to name but a few. A hugely popular figure around the training ground, Malcolm will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to Paula - Malcolm's ever devoted and endlessly supportive wife of nearly 50 years - his sons Andrew and Daniel, his six beloved grandchildren, as well as his additional family and friends."
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