1. James Robert Perch was born on 28 September 1985 and is an English former professional footballer.
12 Facts About James Perch
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James Perch was born in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire and began his career at Nottingham Forest.
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James Perch made 22 league appearances in his debut season as Forest were relegated from the rebranded Football League Championship.
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James Perch made over 200 appearances for Forest before moving to newly promoted Newcastle United.
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On 3 July 2013, James Perch completed a move to recently relegated FA Cup holders Wigan Athletic, signing a four-year contract with the club.
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On 31 July 2015, James Perch signed for Championship side Queens Park Rangers on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
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James Perch joined Scunthorpe United in August 2018, signing a two-year contract.
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James Perch signed for his hometown club Mansfield Town in August 2020.
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James Perch made a return to training quicker than expected in January 2022, and made his return to the starting line-up against Port Vale on 15 March.
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On 8 September 2023, James Perch signed for Northern Premier League Premier Division club Ilkeston Town.
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On 3 January 2025, James Perch announced his retirement from playing football.
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James Perch is eligible for Barbados through his father, who was born on the island.