Jody Morris

Quick Facts

Full Name	Jody Morris
Occupation	Association Football Player
Date Of Birth	Dec 22, 1978(1978-12-22)
Age	46
Birthplace	Hammersmith
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Jody Morris Biography

Jody Morris is one of the most popular and richest Association Football Player who was born on December 22, 1978 in Hammersmith, England, United Kingdom. Jody Steven Morris (born 22nd December 1978) is a English soccer coach as well as a former football player. As a midfielder, Morris has played with Chelsea, Leeds United, Rotherham United, Millwall, St Johnstone and Bristol City. He is currently assistant manager at Premier League club Chelsea.

But, after Claudio Ranieri took over from Vialli as Chelsea manager, Morris’ first team chances dwindled, being linked to several clubs, including being reunited with former England under-21 coach Peter Taylor at Leicester. Morris did not regain his place as a regular for the first team at Chelsea as he was left behind by players like Roberto di Matteo, Dennis Wise, Didier Deschamps and Emmanuel Petit. Morris was offered a fresh five-year contract by Chelsea during 2003. However, he he decided to reject it. Graeme Souness offered him the possibility of regular first team soccer at Blackburn Rovers and they shook hands on a contract however it was not to be. He was a part of Leeds United instead, but only played 12 times with the team. After a brief spell in Rotherham United, where he scored a goal at Stoke City, he joined Millwall in 2004.

In 2006, Morris drove down a one-way street the wrong way while three times over the drink-drive limit. This resulted in a driving ban for four years, 80 hours of community service and a two-year suspended jail sentence.

Morris signed for Scottish side St Johnstone, then in the First Division, on a short-term deal at the end of February 2008, playing under Derek McInnes, his former teammate at Millwall during the 2006–07 season. He scored a goal on his debut against Dundee. He played in the club’s Scottish Cup semi-final defeat to Rangers in April 2008 but was one of two Saints players to miss in the penalty shoot-out. After a successful five months at McDiarmid Park, Morris signed a two-year deal with the Perth side at the end of the season. He was part of the title-winning team that in May 2009 gained promotion to the Scottish Premier League after a seven-year absence. Morris signed a new contract with Saints in October 2009, while Derek McInnes praised his influence on the squad. After McInnes left St Johnstone to manage Bristol City in October 2011, Morris assisted caretaker manager Alec Cleland with the coaching of the squad.

The incident occurred in November of 2002. Morris and other soccer players John Terry and Des Byrne were cleared of affray related to an incident that occurred at an evening club.

Jody Morris Net Worth

Jody Morris is one of the richest Association Football Player from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jody Morris 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Morris began his journey through the ranks of youth at Chelsea along with his and dear friend John Terry. Morris was the youngest player ever to participate within the Premier League for Chelsea when he made his debut at the age of 17 and 43 days during the match at home against Middlesbrough on February 4,

1996. He received the Chelsea Young Player Award in 1996-97.

At Chelsea He made an average of 124 league games and was a substitute late during the 1999 FA Cup Final, receiving the trophy for the winner. He was also appointed captain by the club’s coach Gianluca Vialli.

Morris made 70 first-team appearances for Millwall, before fracturing his cheekbone, and then suffered cruciate knee ligament damage at Derby County on his comeback game, towards the end of the 2005–06 season. He signed a new one- year deal in June 2006, with the club having an additional one-year option. In June 2007, Morris was released by Millwall. Morris then had a brief trial period at Charlton Athletic, and trained with League Two side Brentford, in a bid to earn himself a contract at the West London club.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Jody Morris Dating?

According to our records, Jody Morris married to Louise Winstanley. As of December 1, 2023, Jody Morris’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Jody Ranked on the list of most popular Association Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Jody Morris celebrates birthday on December 22 of every year.

Top Facts about Jody Morris

1. Jody Morris is a former English professional footballer.
2. He played as a midfielder for Chelsea and Leeds United.
3. Morris won the FA Youth Cup twice with Chelsea.
4. He retired from playing in 2013 and became a coach.
5. Morris has worked as an assistant coach at Chelsea, Derby County, and Bristol City.
6. In 2020, he was appointed head coach of League One club MK Dons.
7. Morris is known for his tactical knowledge and passion for coaching.
8. He has been praised by former teammates and managers for his work ethic.
9. Morris has also worked as a pundit on Sky Sports’ coverage of the EFL Championship.
10. He is active on social media, often sharing insights into his coaching philosophy and experiences with fans.

Where is Jody Morris now?

After retiring from playing, Morris became a youth coach at Chelsea’s academy. He was then named assistant manager to Frank Lampard at Derby County in 2018 and Chelsea in 2019.

Who is Frank Lampard's assistant at Everton?

New Everton manager Frank Lampard has confirmed Joe Edwards as Assistant Manager, while Paul Clement and Chris Jones have been appointed First-Team coaches.

What trophies have Everton won?

The club has won nine league titles, five FA Cups, one European Cup Winners’ Cup and nine Charity Shields. Formed in 1878, Everton won their first League Championship during the 1890–91 season.

Is Duncan Ferguson still at Everton?

Duncan Cowan Ferguson (born 27 December 1971) is a Scottish former professional footballer who is first-team coach at Everton. Ferguson was the caretaker manager of Everton in 2019 and 2022. He began his career at Dundee United in 1990, and moved to Rangers in 1993 for what was then a British transfer record fee.

Who is Lampard's backroom staff?

Cole bolsters Lampard’s team, which already includes Paul Clement, Duncan Ferguson, Joe Edwards – all first team coaches – and Head of Performance Chris Jones, along with Alan Kelly, the goalkeeping coach. Lampard said: ‘I’m delighted to add Ashley into my backroom team.