Neil Danns Height, Age, Net Worth

Quick Info Neil Danns :

NameNeil Alexander Danns
NickNameNeil Danns
Date of Birth23 November 1982
Age (2024)43 Years
NationalityEnglish, Guyanese
HomeTownLiverpool,United Kingdom
Height5ft 9In
ProfessionFormer professional footballer
Current TeamGuyana national football team (Midfielder)
PositionMidfielder
SpouseNA
ChildrensJayden Danns,hayla danns
ParentsNeil Danns Sr
Net Worth40-50 Million USD
Instagram@dannzy1

Who is Neil Danns ?

Neil Alexander Danns, born on November 23, 1982, is a former professional footballer whose career spanned across various clubs and roles within the sport. Primarily known for his proficiency as a midfielder, Danns currently serves as the assistant manager at Tranmere Rovers. His journey in football commenced in 2000 when he joined Blackburn Rovers as a trainee, showcasing early promise that led him to subsequent stints with notable clubs such as Colchester United, Birmingham City, Crystal Palace, Leicester City, Bolton Wanderers, and Bury.

Neil Danns
Neil Danns

Danns’ versatility and dedication to the game saw him navigate through the ranks, adapting to different playing styles and contributing significantly to his teams’ performances. His tenure at Colchester United, marked by impactful displays and crucial goals, played a pivotal role in the club’s promotion to the second tier of English football. This period also earned him recognition, as he secured a spot in the PFA League One Team of the Year.

Throughout his career, Danns continued to evolve as a player, transitioning from one club to another, each move presenting new challenges and opportunities for growth. His journey included spells at Birmingham City and Crystal Palace, where he further showcased his skillset and commitment to the game.

Facts about Neil Danns :

  • Neil Danns is a former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.
  • He was born on November 23, 1982, in Liverpool, England.
  • Currently, he is the assistant manager at Tranmere Rovers.
  • Danns began his football career on schoolboy forms with Liverpool.
  • At 16, he chose to leave Liverpool and signed for Blackburn Rovers.
  • He made his professional debut for Blackburn Rovers in 2002.
  • Danns spent time on loan at Blackpool and Hartlepool United during his early career.
Neil Danns
Neil Danns
  • In 2004, he joined Colchester United on loan and later signed for a nominal fee.
  • Danns played a major role in Colchester United’s promotion to the second tier of English football.
  • He was part of the PFA League One Team of the Year in 2006.
  • Birmingham City signed Danns in 2006, but he struggled for regular playing time.
  • In 2008, he joined Crystal Palace and helped them avoid relegation from the Championship.
  • Danns was twice nominated for Crystal Palace’s Player of the Year award.
  • Leicester City signed him in 2011, but he was again loaned out to several clubs.
  • After Leicester City, Danns played for Bolton Wanderers, Bury, and Tranmere Rovers.
  • He also played internationally for Guyana.
  • Danns’ father, Neil Danns Sr, was a backing singer on the UK’s entry in the 1987 Eurovision Song Contest.
  • His son, Jayden Danns, made his Premier League debut for Liverpool in 2024.
  • Danns finished his playing career at Macclesfield, where he also took on the role of player-manager.
  • This led him to his current position as assistant manager at Tranmere Rovers.

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