Watmore previously played for Altrincham, Clitheroe, Curzon Ashton, Sunderland and Hibernian. READ MORE: Duncan Watmore was a shrewd signing for Middlesbrough and leaves for Millwall with appreciation. That was another thing that appealed to me., Id been excited but it was just dragging and dragging, and nothing was getting done, so there were options but nothing properly viable, Watmore says. [15][16] Watmore left Hibernian at the end of the season. If I could fit in and prove my fitness, and train at the required standard, then I didnt really overthink it. I always try to take positives wherever I can and all I have is fond memories of a fantastic club and the people there, all the friends I made and everything they gave me. When the retained-players list came out, his name was not on it. "That's something I've done alongside my football for the past two-and-a-half years and I've really enjoyed that," he continues. Duncan Ian Watmore (born 8 March 1994) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Championship club Millwall. He could make his Lions debut this weekend against his former club Sunderland. Duncan Watmore - Detailed stats | Transfermarkt #19 Duncan Watmore 1 Millwall Championship League level: Second Tier Joined: Jan 31, 2023 Contract expires: - imago images + Date of birth/Age: Mar 8, 1994 (28) Place of birth: Manchester Citizenship: England Height: 1,75 m Position: Right Winger Agent: Quantum Sport Former International: England U21 There was something inside me telling me that if I stopped now, if I dont give it a go, Id regret it for the rest of my life, he says. December: Watmore is named the Championships player of the month. I feel quite blessed that I dont see myself as a footballer now, he says. [31] He was named in the Team of the Tournament and was also voted as the Revelation of the Tournament. By the end, Watmore is not talking about football very much but then, Watmore is not very much of a footballer any more. Ferguson praises PLFAFF support for football's grass roots. The move to Millwall brings an end to his time at the Riverside. In a sumptuous display of studied decadence, Gordon's hired extra waiters to serve a themed menu climaxing in . Duncan Ian Watmore is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Championship club Millwall. What the rest of the transfer window looks like for Middlesbrough after Dan Barlser signing, Michael Carrick details Middlesbrough's transfer policy ahead of deadline day, Dan Barlaser's first Middlesbrough interview explaining factors behind transfer and ambitions, Neil Warnock reveals secret behind 'fabulous lad' Duncan Watmore's signing and how it almost didn't happen, Find all the latest Middlesbrough FC News, Transfer Stories, Gossip and opinion here, Duncan Watmore joins Millwall from Middlesbrough. Enter Betty, an adorable pig who is being illegally reared to ensure local dignitaries of a small community in Yorkshire can celebrate the Royal Wedding with a lavish banquet whilst the local population make do with Spam. As usual, that fee was undisclosed, but whatever the price received, it counts as profit because Watmore was a shrewd free transfer from Neil Warnock back in November 2020. Try a week on us. Using his first-class degree in economics and business management (a rarity for footballers, to put it mildly), or his masters? George Caulkin has been reporting on football in the North East of England since 1994, 21 of those years for The Times. Fantasy Premier League Martial to benefit from FPL role change. Ive noticed that change in the dressing room. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. It crossed my mind, he says and then repeats it: Id say it did cross my mind., Its a good question. Communities Watmore: Access to quality facilities makes all the difference. It is a small but growing band of footballers signed up to Juan Mata's Common Goal project, from Mats Hummels to the American women's star Alex Morgan, and Duncan Watmore, the first . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Watmore made his debut for England under-20s on 28 May 2015 in the 2015 Toulon Tournament, scoring England's second goal in a 33 draw with Morocco. I was either off the pitch or trying to get back on it, or not quite up to speed because of what happened with my injuries. He has suffered and sweated and worked. He is talking about. He was a 19-year-old at university, studying for a degree in economics and business management and playing part-time at Altrincham when Sunderland plucked him from anonymity in 2013. The 21-year-old Sunderland AFC player graduated with a degree in Economics and Business Management from Newcastle University Business School. It's that part of the deal that makes the most sense for the 28-year-old, with the new contract security for him for at least another season after this one. Thats the big shame., There was one bit when it all clicked for Watmore and Sunderland, when they stayed in the Premier League in 2016 under Sam Allardyce and it felt like something powerful was brewing. Toney 'shocked and disappointed' over six-month ban claims, Transfer Centre LIVE! Duncan said: "I enjoyed studying at Newcastle University and I am honoured to be one of only two Premier League . Thats something I definitely noticed within my own mindset, he says. Name in home country: Duncan Ian Watmore Date of birth: Mar 8, 1994 Place of birth: Manchester Age: 28 Height: 1,75 m Citizenship: England Position: Attack - Right Winger Foot: right Player agent: Quantum Sport Current club: Millwall FC Joined: Jan 31, 2023 Contract expires: - Transfer history Season Date Left Joined MV Fee 22/23 Jan 31, 2023 Other data include Goals per Match, Conceded Goals, Conceded per Match . It was his doubles against Swansea, on December 2, and Millwall, on December 12, that really captured Boro fans' imagination. Perhaps the world now feels like a softer place. Watmore made his league debut for Sunderland on 15 August 2015, coming off the bench to score a late consolation goal with a scuffed volley into the bottom-left corner in a 31 home loss to Norwich City. In the midst of coronavirus lockdown in the UK, the 26-year-old winger recently completed his Master's thesis on the work of Common Goal. [41], Watmore continued studying for a degree in economics and business management after signing for Sunderland, transferring from the University of Manchester to Newcastle University. Duncan Watmores income source is mostly from being a successful . There are times you feel like that. If Watmore hadn't left this month, it is highly likely he would have been released in the summer. On 31 January 2023, Watmore signed for Millwall for an undisclosed fee. I just wanted to give it a go. He explains: I had a bit of excitement, some nerves, definitely. I just wanted to stay, to get it done. I just wanted to get back to enjoying my football. "My agent contacted me and said to go and train with Boro for a couple of weeks as they wanted to have a look at me, to see where I was at. [37] He was part of the team that won the 2016 Toulon Tournament, their first such win for 22 years. During the two years he was out injured, after his ACL popped again just six games into his first comeback attempt, Watmore belatedly finished his degree with first-class honours. He showed a lot of faith in me in the start by bringing me in, trusting me and giving me minutes on the pitch and I've just really enjoyed working for him. There was a sense of wider purpose that was missing; a yearning for meaning and motivation that would carry on long after his career came to a more natural end. On 29 May 2015, Watmore was named the U21 Premier League Player of the Season, after scoring 11 goals in 19 matches in the competition. But in this lockdown life of uncertainty and in this most unpredictable of careers, the 26-year-old is content to approach existence in manageable chunks. By the end, he is being asked about the Premier League and how it would feel to be back there again. But Im going to speak to the owner and if I cant get anything for you, I understand youve got to go. November 14, 1996. He was really keen to come and it's a chance for him to have a new challenge and a new adventure to try and get going again and hopefully bring us the attacking qualities we're looking for.". Boro needed their replacement first, and finally, that came in the form of Aaron Ramsey, on loan from Aston Villa. The running Id been doing was in the background and it came out. Duncan Watmore on FIFA 23 - FIFA , all cards, stats, reviews and comments! "Im watching him in training and what he does is brilliant. Coutinho and Firmino star as Brazil hit five. He is talking about their wedding, postponed last year and pencilled in now for this summer, and laughing about his mother, a vicar, managing to squeeze them in somewhere. Stuff like that matters. Millwall's interest had become apparent earlier in the window, but it wasn't until Monday, the day before transfer deadline day, that things really started to move. It wasnt like I was coming in and was going to get a contract, Watmore says. He's a player that has played at Premier League and Championship level. Watmore ultimately departs with the well-wishes of everyone at Boro, and he signed off with a typically classy message of thanks to the club and the supporters, which was published on the club's website not long after his departure was confirmed. is 1.75m and Weight 72kg. I was enjoying going out for runs, something I used to do before football. Then, there were nibbles from other League One clubs but nothing definite. Despite his great years of service since joining the club, Carrick often speaks of evolution and improvement with regard to his Boro squad. Did he ever consider taking control of that decision and doing something else? "Unfortunately Duncan didn't produce any real quality to cause Southampton any problems," said Allardyce who had selected Watmore ahead of 20m worth of talent in Jeremain Lens and Fabio. He made his debut against the United States on 3 September 2015 as a second-half substitute, and assisted James Wilson's winning goal. It makes him a man for our age, when looking beyond our daily borders feels redundant and opaque. I came on for the last few minutes and Ive never experienced an atmosphere like it. 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If youd said three or four years ago, when I was injured and didnt think Id play again, that Id have moments like these again on a football pitch, I wouldnt necessarily have believed you. His departure should allow Boro to bring in an alternative forward option for Michael Carrick's squad before Tuesday evening's 11 pm deadline, with the Boro head coach often talking about the need to improve and evolve. So I try my best to play and to enjoy it, to feel the experience without making it my identity. He was part of the team that won the 2016 Toulon Tournament, their first such win for 22 years. People always ask me if look back sadly or have regrets because of how the injuries happened, but football has given me so much more than I ever thought it would. United of Manchester in the FA Trophy. Along the way sometimes, when you cant be a footballer because of injuries or whatever, then your identity takes a hit and it can affect your mental health, your mood and everything else. On January 7, however, Watmore put an end to speculation when he signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract at the Riverside Stadium. Communities Watmore: Access to quality facilities makes all the difference. It wasnt the worse thing thats ever happened to me, Watmore says. It was fair enough. I wouldnt change a thing.. This is the backdrop to June 17, 2020. I guess it was one of the most extraordinary periods in the clubs history, although not necessarily for positive reasons. Thats probably underplayed.. Watmore has asked himself those questions; once, twice, three times. West Brom and Burnley were touted, as were fellow Championship side Stoke. On November 17, they did. Through the experiences Ive had, Im much better at enjoying now and forgetting whats just happened. Duncan Watmore scores his and Middlesbrough's second goal of the game to go 2-0 up vs. Huddersfield Town. You cant do that when youre playing because youre either training or resting, but I loved doing that, having that time to myself. From nowhere: the offer of a weeks training at the Championship club, nothing more. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Duncan Watmore has a several clubs chasing his services Credit: Rex Features But he has caught the eye of other Championship sides already, scoring twice in yesterday's 3-0 win over Millwall. Hes a brilliant character and very, very switched on, Watmore says. "He hasn't played a lot of games at Middlesbrough lately, but he knows a couple of lads here in Sav [George Saville] and [George] Honeyman, so I think he can come here and fit right in. 90'+2' Post update. Rowett noted that Watmore is a player he has admired for a very long time, explaining where their unexpected interest came from. Duncan Watmore prefers to play with right foot. Watmore joined Boro in November 2020 after completing an unpaid trial period under former boss Neil Warnock. I did take it for granted. He made his debut for the Sunderland first team on 5 January 2014 as a 60th-minute substitute for Ji Dong-won in a 31 home win against Carlisle United in the third round of the FA Cup. It's nice to have that security in the future but I've got to earn that each day. On 31 January 2014, Watmore joined Scottish Premiership club Hibernian on loan for the rest of the 201314 season. But after scoring five goals in six games the following month, that contract was extended until the summer of 2023. Rowett said: "Duncan isn't a player that needs too much of an introduction. Those experiences also help you cope a lot better.. ACL, again. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. You know what its like you get told theres an option and then, when it comes down it, theres actually not. I feel more comfortable now, he says, having now made 59 appearances for the club. Watmores main area of focus with Common Goal has been education, owing largely to his own unusual route into the game. But it's understandable, while slightly risky, that they've ultimately allowed him to leave. [27][28] Watmore's performances earned him the championship player of the month for December. Watmore signed for Premier League club Sunderland on 24 May 2013 for an undisclosed fee on a two-year contract. Wed been on furlough at Sunderland during lockdown but the good thing is that I had to finish my dissertation for my masters, so it gave me a focus and a distraction, he says. I watched him many moons ago for England's under-21s and I remember my Burton team played against Altrincham in the FA Cup and he nearly knocked us out himself when he was about 18. Duncan Watmore could make his Middlesbrough debut against Derby County on Wednesday night - following eight months of uncertainty for the 26-year-old forward. He graduated with a first-class honours degree in December 2015. I'm very grateful to Boro for giving me that opportunity and I've really enjoyed it. Im more grateful as a player now, he says. He's very funny, very interesting and knows a lot about the game. Duncan Ian Watmore (born 8 March 1994) is an English professional footballer who plays as a winger for League One club Sunderland. 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Watmore's current Boro deal is due to expire at the end of. ( 8 1994) . He was telling me all about it and there's a lot of history for my family with this club, so I'm really looking forward to it.". He is from England. Thats what the fall did. In November, Watmore signed a two-month contract. (Top photo: Trevor Wilkinson/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images). Watmore is back now, somewhere close to his best and leading the line for Middlesbrough in the Championship, but the third act of his career is more occupational than all-encompassing. I didnt want to put pressure on thinking, I need this, I need this career. I take things day by day, he says. You can learn a lot from him.". During Chris Wilder's time in charge of the club he described Watmore as 'the nicest man in football', in a fitting character assessment. Players are much more aware of the world around them.. I felt like I owed it to myself to keep going, keep grinding and find a club that wants me. I see it as one of the highlights of my career. Its like the stock market; there are ups and downs but the trend, historically, is upwards., He and Sophie are back in their flat on Tyneside, settled in the north east. More than two years on, that final question still whispers at him. Watmore left Hibernian at the end of the season. Everything feels new, different, he said at the time, as well as: I havent felt like a footballer for two years.. Im not too old but I know, with the injuries Ive had, I wont have loads of years left and so with that comes a realisation of being grateful for what you have. One of the best lads Ive ever had under me. Sky Sports exclusive: Middlesbroughs Duncan Watmore discusses staying fit after his release from Sunderland, his academic exploits and why staying on Teesside was a no-brainer; Watch Middlesbrough . I was hopeful but I dont think I ever got an official offer, Watmore says. [39], Watmore plays as a winger. Showing Editorial results for duncan watmore. Hes just a brilliant lad". He was so keen to do well. I was playing and contributing. [22], It was announced on 17 June 2020 that Watmore would be leaving Sunderland, bringing to an end his 7 years at the club.[23]. The collision took place when a speedboat Watmore and his girlfriend were travelling on just off the coast Barbados was hit by a speeding catamaran. In total, the 28-year-old made 97 appearances, scoring 21 goals and assisting seven more. For now, he's dead set on staying fit in order to repay Middlesbrough's faith. That one week became another, and another. So, how much is Duncan Watmore worth at the age of 28 years old? [5][12] He made his debut for the Sunderland first team on 5 January 2014 as a 60th-minute substitute for Ji Dong-won in a 31 home win against Carlisle United in the third round of the FA Cup. "It was difficult in some ways but I've always enjoyed running and I've always enjoyed staying fit so it's something I wanted to do. This page was last edited on 13 February 2023, at 00:58. I still love that feeling of scoring a goal or helping the team, that emotional attachment never goes away. . Its not to suggest his love for the sport has dimmed but that, during the dark times and those long months of convalescence when he was left contemplating his identity, he began to feel the weight of that void. With the 2019/20 season ending in disappointment for the Wearside . Duncan Watmore. Duncan Watmore's time at Middlesbrough has come to an end, with a move to Millwall confirmed. By the end, Duncan Watmore is talking Joe Biden, the Capitol riots and the Paris climate agreement, about friends who are doctors and nurses and how strong they are. I was at Middlesbrough, a great club, and enjoying it there. [43] In 2017 whilst on holiday in Barbados Watmore reportedly helped save three pensioners from the water after a boat crash. Everyone at Middlesbrough has been brilliant with me.. I always perform better when I have a purpose, so both of those things really helped. We are definitely looking at those promotion spots, Watmore says. I was aware there was some interest, but it all happens so fast in the world of football, which is quite exciting in a way. Watmore returned from two months out with an ankle injury on 16 April 2016 as a half time substitute away to Norwich City, and scored the third goal in Sunderland's 30 victory, a result which brought the team to within a point of Norwich in the relegation battle. Duncan Watmore. One lucky winner won 250,000 for free last week. ", Watmore wins Championship Player of the Month. He came to me and he was going to India because he didnt have a contract after Sunderland. 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