U18-U21 Player Registration

Are you an aspiring professional footballer aged 18-21? Register your interest with Colchester United Academy's U18-U21 development programme. We're looking for talented players who can strengthen our youth teams and progress to first team football.

Eligibility Requirements

You must be aged 18-21 and eligible for U18, U19, U20, or U21 categories for the current season

Complete the form below to register your interest. Our academy coaches will review all applications.

✓ Application Successfully Submitted!

Thank you for your registration! Our recruitment team will review your profile and be in touch within 2-3 weeks if you are selected for trials.

Player Information

Full Name: *

Date of Birth: * Must be between 18-21 years old

Postcode: *

Preferred Foot: *

Height (cm): *

Weight (kg): *

Age Category for Current Season: *

U18 U19 U20 U21

Contact Information

Email Address: *

Mobile Number: *

Playing Details

Playing Position(s): *

Goalkeeper Defender (Central) Defender (Wide) Midfielder (Central) Midfielder (Wide) Attacker (Central) Attacker (Wide)

Select all positions you can play

Playing Background

Current Club/Team: *

Current/Last League: *

Current Playing Level(s): *

Professional Semi-Professional Academy University Non-League Development Squad

Select all that apply

Previous Clubs (Last 3 Years):

Key Achievements & Awards:

Your Key Strengths: *

Additional Information

Video/Match Footage Links: * Provide links to recent match footage or highlights (Instagram, YouTube, Veo, etc.)

Coach/Scout References:

Any Other Relevant Information:

What Happens Next?

All registrations are reviewed by our recruitment team
Selected players will be invited for trials with the relevant age group
Trial invitations are typically sent within 2-3 weeks
Successful trialists may be offered academy or development contracts
We will contact you directly if selected for trials

I confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete. I consent to Colchester United FC Academy contacting me regarding this application and understand that submission does not guarantee a trial or contract offer. I confirm I am eligible to play in the UK. *