Author Topic: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC, Comes Back to LFC  (Read 6773 times)

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Head of physiotherapy Chris Morgan is to leave Liverpool after 10 years at the club.

Morgan joined the Reds in 2005, working his way up from reserve team physiotherapist to become the club’s head of physiotherapy.

Morgan graduated from Bradford University in 2000 with a BSc honours in physiotherapy, he would work for the NHS and Private Practice upon leaving university and worked in the academies of both Manchester City and Leeds United.

He also holds a Masters degree in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and is an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Liverpool.

Speaking recently about his role at Liverpool, Morgan said: “I am just approaching my 10th season at the club having initially joined as reserve team physiotherapist before progressing through to my current role, a post I have held for two seasons.

“Obviously my time at the club means I have become very specialised in sports physiotherapy and in particular in professional football. My role as part of large sports medicine and science team is to maximise player availability and enhance performance within the first team squad.

“I sometimes still have to pinch myself that I have ended up with my current job and, although it’s taken a lot of hard work, everybody needs that break to get into the top level.

“I’ve experienced FA Cup and Champions League finals and been involved in some of the biggest games in the world at some of the most amazing stadiums. But more than that I have the opportunity to work with some of the best footballers in the world on a daily basis at Melwood and do my little bit to get them out onto the pitch on a Saturday. I appreciate that every single day.”

Morgan’s departure continues with Jurgen Klopp’s shake-up of his backroom staff. Ryland Morgans, head of fitness and conditioning, left just prior to the end of the season.

Former Bayern Munich fitness coach Andreas Kornmayer will join Klopp’s backroom staff this summer, the 41-year-old has been hand-picked by the Reds boss to replace Morgans.


http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/head-physio-chris-morgan-leave-11486551
« Last Edit: August 17, 2020, 08:18:40 am by royhendo »
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2016, 11:18:06 am »
Our captain has put this up on Instagram.





https://www.instagram.com/p/BGwHDnAoejj/
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2016, 11:24:28 am »
Natural process, Klopp gets in his people. All the best Chris.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2016, 11:41:54 am »
Thanks and good luck

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #4 on: June 17, 2016, 11:43:11 am »
Making some big changes behind the scenes then it seems.

Good luck Chris, sure we'll see him at another PL club pretty soon.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #5 on: June 17, 2016, 11:45:32 am »
Became one of my favourite backroom staff members when he stood up to Gareth Barry that time - brilliant.

Good luck.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2016, 12:41:29 pm »
Best of luck Chris!
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2016, 12:47:33 pm »
From his instagram...



When I started at Liverpool 10 years ago I never dreamt I would get to experience the things I did and play a tiny role at a club of Liverpool's standing and history.

Thank you to those who gave me a chance at the club all those years ago..
Thank you to those who I worked for and alongside ..
Thank you to those who trusted me and to the hundreds of players I have worked with over the years..I hope you always felt I gave 100%

This role gave me the chance to raise Ł75k for Christies charity in memory of Gary Ablett and as a thank you for saving my dads life - I know I couldn't have done that without the profile a club like Liverpool brings and the support and generosity of the fans!! 🙌🏼 Finally I would like to wish Jurgen, the owners, the backroom staff, the players and the club in general the best of luck for next season and beyond in what Iam sure is going to be a successful period for Liverpool!! 👊🏻

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2016, 01:46:40 pm »
Good luck to him, thought he did his job really well.  Ten years is a long time!

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #9 on: June 17, 2016, 02:18:30 pm »
Best of luck to him.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2016, 03:16:39 pm »
Good luck to him - having LFC on his CV won't do him any harm, he'll walk into another job.
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2016, 03:24:42 pm »
Good luck to him - having LFC on his CV won't do him any harm, he'll walk into another job.

He'll walk into another job because he's an outstanding physiotherapist, not because LFC is on his CV. I'm lucky enough to be in the same career as Chris, received a lecture from him when I was in uni and he's an inspiration to me. A lifelong red who absolutely loved working for the club and was very popular with the players. He'll be missed hugely.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #12 on: June 17, 2016, 03:25:40 pm »
Will always remember him for letting everyone know that the coach meetings did have a big impact - as he was on the bus both years.
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #13 on: June 17, 2016, 03:56:52 pm »
I'm sure he'll have no problem finding another job. Understandable if Klopp wants his 'own man' though.

best of luck Chris!

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #14 on: June 17, 2016, 05:23:22 pm »
Good luck to Chris. Him leaving won't have anything to do with his ability as a Physiotherapist, as WelshRed said he's outstanding at his job. This will just be a case of Klopp wanting his own staff, it happens almost every time a new manager comes in and it won't be anything personal.



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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #15 on: June 17, 2016, 11:04:25 pm »
Best of luck to him

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #16 on: June 17, 2016, 11:42:02 pm »
Thanks for your service Chris and sincerely good luck in your next venture.

More poignantly.....
Former Bayern Munich fitness coach Andreas Kornmayer will join Klopp’s backroom staff this summer, the 41-year-old has been hand-picked by the Reds boss to replace Morgans.
« Last Edit: June 18, 2016, 12:28:24 am by John C »

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #17 on: June 19, 2016, 03:23:36 am »
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #18 on: June 19, 2016, 10:50:16 am »
He'll walk into another job because he's an outstanding physiotherapist, not because LFC is on his CV. I'm lucky enough to be in the same career as Chris, received a lecture from him when I was in uni and he's an inspiration to me. A lifelong red who absolutely loved working for the club and was very popular with the players. He'll be missed hugely.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #19 on: August 16, 2020, 09:31:23 am »
Back at the club as first team physiotherapist.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #20 on: August 16, 2020, 10:13:47 am »
Back at the club as first team physiotherapist.

The man needed a bump.
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #21 on: August 16, 2020, 10:58:42 am »
Welcome back!

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #22 on: August 16, 2020, 12:04:32 pm »
Tierney at Arsenal also put a post up after winning the FA Cup thanking Morgan for his help during a tough first season with injuries. Heard something on TAW about Gerrard loving him too. Seems like a nice guy and a good physio which helps haha.

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC and has now returned
« Reply #23 on: August 16, 2020, 01:15:42 pm »
Fixed the title for you, welcome back Chris.
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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #24 on: August 16, 2020, 01:20:19 pm »
is Andreas Kornmayer still in his same role? I feel things went up a level with Kornmayer so help he's still at the club

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Re: Chris Morgan - Head of Physiotherapy - Leaves LFC
« Reply #25 on: August 16, 2020, 01:49:20 pm »
is Andreas Kornmayer still in his same role? I feel things went up a level with Kornmayer so help he's still at the club

Different department - Kornmeyer is Head of Fitness & Conditioning