Paul Merson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Paul Merson
Occupation	Soccer Player
Date Of Birth	Mar 20, 1968(1968-03-20)
Age	56
Birthplace	Harlesden
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Pisces

Paul Merson Biography

Paul Merson is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on March 20, 1968 in Harlesden, England, United Kingdom. English striker who was with Arsenal between 1985 and 1997, and for England’s national team between 1991 and 1998. His goals totalled 127 during his 623-game career at Arsenal.

He was on the team with He was teammates with Niall Quinn on Arsenal from 1985 to 1990. on Arsenal from 1985 until 1990.

Born in Harlesden, North West London, Merson started his career at Arsenal, joining the club as an apprentice in 1984. After a loan spell at Brentford, then under manager Frank McLintock, he made his debut for the Gunners on 22 November 1986 against Manchester City, and gradually established himself in George Graham’s successful Arsenal side of the late 1980s. By the 1988–89 season he was a regular on the right wing, at the end of which Arsenal secured the First Division title with a stoppage time Michael Thomas goal in the final game of the season against Liverpool at Anfield. Merson scored ten times that season, made his debut for the England U21 team, and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year.

After making his debut for Arsenal in the 1986–87 season, Merson went on to play eleven seasons with the North London club. While with the Gunners, Merson was a key player in the club’s success under Scottish manager George Graham, winning the Football League Championship twice, the FA Cup, the Football League Cup, and the European Cup Winners’ Cup. In 1997, he joined Middlesbrough, helping the club gain promotion to the Premier League and finish as runner-up in the 1997–98 Football League Cup. After joining Aston Villa in 1998, Merson went on to become club captain and played for the team in the 2000 FA Cup Final, the last ever to be held at the original Wembley Stadium. In 2002, he signed for second-tier Portsmouth and captained the club to the First Division Championship title and promotion to the Premier League. A year later, he returned to the West Midlands with Walsall, where he went on to serve as player-manager until he was sacked in February 2006. He later had short spells with non-league clubs Tamworth, Welshpool Town, Caerau and Hanworth Villa.

Five children were born from unsuccessful marriages with Lorainne Merson and Louise Merson.

Paul Merson Net Worth

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

He made his debut as a professional with Arsenal at the age of 17.

He worked for two years as an assistant manager and player at Walsall FC from 2004 until 2006.

Paul Charles Merson (born 20 March 1968) is an English football television pundit and former professional footballer and manager. Originally a forward, Merson found success as an attacking midfielder and playmaker later in his career.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Paul Merson height 5 ft 11 in Paul weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Paul Merson Dating?

According to our records, Paul Merson married to Lorraine Fletcher. As of December 1, 2023, Paul Merson’s is not dating anyone.

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Merson’s career was put on the line in November 1994 when he admitted to having addictions to alcohol, cocaine and gambling. The Football Association arranged for Merson to undergo a three-month rehabilitation programme and he returned to the side in February 1995, just before the dismissal of George Graham as manager. Under caretaker manager Stewart Houston, Merson helped Arsenal reach the Cup Winners’ Cup final for the second season in a row, where Arsenal lost to Real Zaragoza at the Parc des Princes in Paris.

Facts & Trivia

Paul Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Paul Merson celebrates birthday on March 20 of every year.

In the summer of 1997, Merson left the Gunners to sign for relegated Middlesbrough for a reported fee believed to be £4.5million. Merson said he was offered a new contract at Arsenal but turned it down for a longer contract and higher wages at Middlesbrough. When telling Arsene Wenger of his decision, Merson claims Wenger told him he would be paid more at Middlesbrough than Dennis Bergkamp was paid at Arsenal. Merson made his league debut for Boro in the opening day victory over Charlton Athletic in a 2–1 victory. He played a key role in helping Boro return to the Premier League and was nicknamed by fans as “The Magic Man”. Merson’s form with Boro also won him a place in England’s squad for 1998 FIFA World Cup in France. Whilst at Middlesbrough he played in the 1998 Football League Cup Final. During the start of the 1998–99 season Merson stated he was home sick and wanted a return South. Middlesbrough later agreed to Merson’s request and he was sold to Aston Villa for £6.75million.

How many times has Paul Mercer been married?

Born in Harlesden, North West London, Merson has been married three times (to Lorraine, Louise and now Kate), and has eight children, including one set of twin girls. His first marriage crumbled under his recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism.

Who did Paul Merson play football for?

Paul Charles Merson is a retired English football player, and former player- manager of Walsall. His playing career has included spells at Arsenal, Middlesbrough, Aston Villa and Portsmouth. He also played for England 21 times. He was a skilful forward who later in his career dropped more into the midfield.

Did Paul Merson play for Aston Villa?

Merson, a former star of Arsenal and Aston Villa , retired from professional football in 2006, before a host of spells for non-league teams such as Tamworth, Welshpool Town and Hanworth Villa.

Is Paul Merson Italian?

Paul Charles Merson (born 20 March 1968) is an English professional footballer and manager, turned football television pundit.

What is the mark on Paul Mersons head?

The Sky Sports pundit was told that he had melanoma by medical professionals in September and kept the illness secret from everyone except his immediate family. However, the former Aston Villa man confirmed that he has now been given the all-clear after having an operation to remove the cancerous mole.