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Ex-Prem and EFL forward becomes manager of 14th tier club ‘destined for big things’

Ex-Prem and EFL forward Gary Taylor-Fletcher becomes the manager of 14th tier club AFC Crewe, who is said to be ‘destined for big things’.

Taylor-Fletcher began his playing career in 1999 and recently made an appearance for Nantwich Town. Now he gets to work as manager at AFC Crewe.

He was part of the Blackpool squad who was promoted to the Premier League in 2010.

Across his playing career, he made 617 appearances and scored 136 goals.

Recently, he served as Nantwich Town’s head coach alongside Ritchie Sutton. In one game, he made an appearance and scored near the halfway line – read more HERE.

Nufan recently took control of Crewe & District Football League outfit AFC Crewe, an organization dedicated to encouraging fans to “reclaim” the sport they adore – at an amateur level.

At present, the club boasts over 1,300 members. Its board members have the power to vote on every aspect of the club – including manager and kits, sponsorship opportunities and financial decisions – something we are seeing more of in English football.

90% of AFC Crewe’s members voted in favour of Taylor-Fletcher as their new club boss, with 76% calling for him to take immediate control, report The Nantwich News.

CLUB STATEMENT:

AFC Crewe are delighted to announced former Premier League star Gary Taylor-Fletcher as our new Manager.

Gary Taylor-Fletcher had a playing career spanning nearly two decades at clubs including Blackpool, Leicester City, and Huddersfield Town. He scored over 100 goals and helped Blackpool win promotion to the Premier League in 2010.

Taylor-Fletcher said: “Really looking forward to the challenge of building something from the ground upwards and delighted to have the backing of the co-chairman and the Nufan board.

“Having experienced management for the last 3/4 years and seeing how the game is going it was a project which I have been looking for to build and leave a lasting mark on a club.

“During my playing career I started off in non league and starting off I had to sometimes take a step back in order to move forwards, with a great relationship with each club’s fan base.

“I want to help AFC Crewe move forward and progress in the right way, which I know is what the Nufan board members want and demand.”

Liam Bond and Gareth Jones, Co-Chairmen of AFC Crewe, said: “This is a monumental day for AFC Crewe.

“To have someone with the stature as Gary managing AFC Crewe speaks volumes about the project we’re building here.

“We’re proud to have Gary on board and we’re incredibly excited about the future of the club as a result.

“We’re extremely grateful for all our board members’ views when it comes to making such a big decision for the future of the club.

“Before this vote, as with every vote, a conversation was held where all board members could voice their opinion, to shape its overall direction.

“We would encourage anyone who is interested in owning part of a football club to sign up to be part of our fantastic journey.”

In August 2022, Nufan completed the takeover of AFC Crewe which is now 100% fan owned.

This is what fans are saying as the ex-Prem and EFL forward becomes manager of 14th tier club AFC Crewe ‘destined for big things’…

@gjbwfc: Love this guys. Massive news. Park to Prem 😍😍😍

@rzatkowski: Happy Feet 👍

@Lamgarsev: Good luck @GTF_12! Chuffed you! 👍🏻

@KeiranSummers: Unbelievable stuff!! 🔥

@Stevenjcroft: Good luck mate 🤙

@sfcwxl: We’re playing football manager 🤩

@Stephen270453: Good luck Gary. Loved that famous goal for Town. Best wishes.

@griprock: Good luck GTF . I am sure all Seasiders will be wishing you much success. 🍊

@jorich21: Go on GTF 👊💪 Best of luck to you 🧡⚽

@Darrenaubrey1: Good luck, enjoyed your commitment and goals at Huddersfield 👍

@GE0RGINIO: Kinda bonkers… I’m investing if they get promoted

@MrBillyG88: 😂😂😂😂😂😂 NO fucking way

@stephenhardman5: Good luck legend from a Blackpool fan

@gjbwfc: Great to have you on board Gary. Definitely a club on the up 📈🚀

@Wallsy1871: Wtf the goat 😂😂😂

@TangerineRob: De de de. All the best GTF 🍊

@TransferWestHam: This is mad wtf

@ci188ty4: THIS IS MENTAL. MY BLOODY CLUB 💙💙💙🚂🚂🚂 @afc_crewe

@FraserTSmith: This is massive Gary! Congrats…. X

@Craigfagan7: Congratulations on your new role Gary 👏🏽⚽️

@James_Caton94: Congrats @GTF_12 all the best mate ❤️

@James_Ford2000: My gaffer get in mate happy to have you on board with this exciting club this could be legendary 💪🏻🤞🏻

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