Greater Manchester, England
RadcliffeFC
Manchester
Explore the Manchester programme through Radcliffe FC, competing in National League North at the Neuven Stadium.
About the club
Radcliffe FC
Founded in 1949 and known as Boro, Radcliffe FC is an independent English club. Its ownership group announced a strategic investment in Phoenix United in August 2026.
League structure
NationalLeagueNorth·Sixthtier
Radcliffe competes in the senior English football pyramid. Entry to the programme is not a guarantee of first-team selection or playing time.
Accommodation
Your base in Manchester.
Managed player accommodation in Greater Manchester and arrival support are described in the programme. Ask the team to confirm the residence, transport and included services for your intake.
Club facilities
Team
The Radcliffe FC environment.
The Manchester pathway connects players with the Radcliffe FC club environment. Phoenix handles programme and recruitment conversations; Radcliffe remains an independent club.
Other locations
How it works
Fivestepsfrom
formtofirstsession.
Submit the form
Share your programme interest, current level, goals, timing and budget, then your contact details. Your application is saved for recruitment review.
Application review
Our team reviews your background, goals and budget, then contacts you about next steps. A booking is not offered automatically.
Video call
A full evaluation with a coach. We review footage together and map the realistic routes: Dubai, Manchester or Portugal.
WhatsApp group
You join a dedicated group with the family, the coach and the operations team. Everything — documents, dates, questions — in one place.
Transit to the academy
Once accepted, confirm your registration, travel, accommodation and arrival arrangements with the team before you leave.
Player application