Murdock Sports Group
Law-Led Agency
UK €67mm
Key Facts
Also known as: Murdock SG; Murdock Sports
Founded: 2011 (United Kingdom)
Headquarters: Alderley Edge, Cheshire, United Kingdom (registered office: Centurion House, 129 Deansgate, Manchester M3 3WR)
Players: 49 (12 in 1st tiers) • Total market value: €67mm
FIFA/FA registration: FIFA-licensed agents on staff — Colin Murdock (Owner), Aaron Wilbraham, Stephen Whelan, Yuri Javier, Svetozar Pavlovic (IDs not publicly listed; England jurisdiction)
Languages: English; German; Spanish; Czech; Slovak
Regions covered: UK & Ireland; Italy; Spain; Germany; Central/Eastern Europe; Scandinavia
Email: info@murdocksportsgroup.co.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdocksports/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/murdock-sports-group/
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About
Murdock Sports Group is a UK-based boutique football agency founded in 2011. The firm blends FIFA-licensed intermediaries with qualified solicitors, ex-pros and UEFA-licensed coaches. It focuses on contract negotiation, transfers and full player care, with a legal-first, multi-disciplinary model that supports both elite and pathway clients.
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Key People
CEO/Founder: Colin Murdock — Owner; FIFA-Licensed Agent; Solicitor (DipPFS)
Managing Director / Head of Football: not publicly designated
Licensed agents: Colin Murdock; Aaron Wilbraham; Stephen Whelan; Yuri Javier; Svetozar Pavlovic
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Client Roster (teams in brackets)
Top players (current):
Scott McTominay (SSC Napoli)
Jason Steele (Brighton & Hove Albion)
Joe Rothwell (Rangers FC)
Cameron Burgess (Swansea City)
Jimmy Dunne (Queens Park Rangers)
Rising talents / U23:
Brodie Spencer (Oxford United)
Dale Taylor (Blackpool FC)
Sam Mather (Manchester United U21)
Charlie Allen (Linfield FC)
Aaron Donnelly (Dundee FC)
Notable former clients: not publicly documented
Coaches/Staff represented (if any): not publicly documented
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Notable Deals
2024 — Scott McTominay: Manchester United → SSC Napoli; permanent; ~€30.5m; contract to 2028
2025 — Cameron Burgess: Ipswich Town → Swansea City; permanent; three-year contract (to 2028)
2025 — Joe Rothwell: AFC Bournemouth → Rangers FC; permanent; ~€0.46m; contract to 2028
2025 — Joe Rankin-Costello: Blackburn Rovers → Charlton Athletic; permanent; ~€0.87m; contract to 2029
2025 — Dale Taylor: Nottingham Forest → Blackpool FC; permanent; fee undisclosed; four-year deal to 2029 (+ option)
2025 — Brodie Spencer: Huddersfield Town → Oxford United; permanent; fee undisclosed
2023 — Jason Steele: Brighton & Hove Albion — contract extension to 2026 (renewal)
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Services
Contract negotiation; domestic & international transfers/loans; career development & mentorship; media/PR & branding; commercial endorsements & sponsorships; legal & accountancy coordination; financial planning via partner specialists.
Partner Network
Clubs, academies, scouts, lawyers, physios, marketing partners. Representative club footprint includes SSC Napoli, Brighton & Hove Albion, Rangers FC, Swansea City, Queens Park Rangers, Oxford United, Blackpool FC, Dundee FC, Kilmarnock, Derry City, Charlton Athletic, Wigan Athletic, and Manchester United Academy.
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Track Record (last 3 seasons)
Total transfers completed: 10+
Deals ≥ €10m: 1 (McTominay → Napoli)
Clients in top-5 leagues: 2 (Serie A; Premier League)
National team clients: Scotland; Australia; Northern Ireland; Grenada
Renewal/extension deals: 1+ (e.g., Steele to 2026)
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Approach & Philosophy
Legal-first, relationship-driven representation. The team maps realistic pathway moves that prioritise minutes and club fit, and structures options/sell-ons/add-ons to protect long-term value. A 360° player-care approach supports off-pitch needs across finance, legal and media.
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Fees & Transparency
Commissions in line with FFAR/FA norms; dual representation only with written consent; image-rights and expenses handled case-by-case with clear disclosure.
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Compliance & Reputation
Disciplinary actions / sanctions: none publicly recorded
Litigation / disputes: none notable in public domain
Media sentiment: positive/neutral — headline Serie A move and steady EFL/Premier League placements; Transfermarkt Verified Agency since 2025
