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Fraser George Franks (born 22 November 1990) is an English former professional footballer who played as a defender in the Football League for AFC Wimbledon, Luton Town, Stevenage and Newport County.

Key Information

Career

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Brentford

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Born in Hammersmith, Greater London,[1] Franks began his career in the youth system at Chelsea at the age of 9.[3][4] He then joined Brentford as an apprentice in 2007,[5] and was named as a substitute against Swansea City in a League Cup fixture on 12 August 2008.[6] Franks was again an unused substitute for a 2–1 FA Cup defeat away to Barrow on 28 November.[7] He signed his first professional contract in the summer of 2009,[8] though he remained as an unused substitute for the majority of 2009–10 and failed to make an appearance.[9]

In September 2009, after struggling to feature for Brentford, Franks joined Conference South club Basingstoke Town on an initial one-month loan, which was later extended until January 2010.[10] He debuted on 19 September in a 2–1 victory away to Braintree Town and scored his first goal on 24 October in a 2–1 victory at home to Weymouth.[11] Franks' second goal came on 14 November in a 3–2 defeat away to Maidenhead United and completed the loan spell with two goals from 18 appearances.[11] He was not offered a new contract by Brentford and was released by the club in May 2010.[12]

AFC Wimbledon

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On 29 July 2010, Franks signed a one-year contract with Conference Premier club AFC Wimbledon.[13] He debuted as an 81st-minute substitute in a 2–1 victory away to Kettering Town on 4 September and scored his first goals in a 3–0 victory at home to Cambridge United on 29 September.[14] Franks went on to make 28 appearances in 2010–11,[14] though he suffered a cruciate knee ligament injury in a 2–1 defeat away to Grimsby Town on 5 March 2011.[15] He required an operation that ruled him out of action for six months, causing him to miss the 2011 Conference Premier play-off final victory over Luton Town,[16] and the beginning of AFC Wimbledon's first season in the Football League.[15] Despite this, Franks had made enough appearances to trigger a one-year extension clause in his contract, keeping him at the club until the end of 2011–12.[17]

In September 2011, Franks returned from injury and was loaned to Conference Premier club Hayes & Yeading United to gain match fitness.[18] He debuted on 24 September in a 3–2 defeat at home to Gateshead, finishing the loan spell with seven appearances, but turned down the offer to extend the loan for a further month.[14][19] Franks made his return to the AFC Wimbledon starting lineup away to Swindon Town on 8 November in a Football League Trophy tie, the match finishing 1–1 after extra time.[20] He scored the team's only penalty in the 3–1 penalty shoot-out defeat.[20] On 22 March 2012, Franks joined Conference Premier club Newport County on a one-month loan to play regular first-team football.[21] He made his debut and only appearance for the club two days later in a 2–0 defeat away to Lincoln City.[14] The remainder of his loan spell was hampered by injury.[22] After making only five appearances for AFC Wimbledon in 2011–12,[23] Franks was released by the club in May 2012.[24]

Welling United

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On 19 June 2012, Franks signed for Conference South club Welling United.[25][26] After signing, Welling manager Jamie Day claimed Franks had turned down offers from higher leagues to be guaranteed regular first-team football.[25] He debuted on the opening day of 2012–13 in a 1–1 draw at home to Bath City and scored his first goal in the following match, a 3–2 victory over Chelmsford City.[27] Franks finished the season with 43 appearances and four goals,[27] as Welling won the Conference South title and therefore promotion into the Conference Premier.[28] He was named in the Conference South Team of the Year and signed a new one-year contract shortly afterwards.[29][30] Franks made his first appearance of 2013–14 on the opening day of the season in a 2–1 defeat away to Wrexham and went on to make 29 appearances for Welling during the first half of the season.[14]

Luton Town

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On 17 January 2014, Franks signed for Conference Premier leaders Luton Town for an undisclosed fee after the club activated a release clause in his contract.[31] Due to bad weather postponing the club's matches throughout much of the rest of January, Franks did not make his debut until 11 February against Macclesfield Town, which finished as a 2–1 victory and was named as man of the match by The Luton News.[32] He made 18 appearances for Luton in the second half of 2013–14,[27] as the club won the Conference Premier title and therefore promotion into League Two.[33] Franks made his first appearance of 2014–15 on 12 August 2014 in a 2–1 defeat at home to Swindon Town in the League Cup first round.[34] He struggled to force his way into the first-team, making just 17 appearances,[34] as Luton finished eighth in League Two,[35] having missed an opportunity to make an impression in the first-team in the absence of first-choice central defenders Luke Wilkinson and Steve McNulty through suspension.[36] After the end of the season, Franks informed the club that he felt his future lay elsewhere and was transfer-listed by manager John Still,[37] before his contract was cancelled a year early by mutual consent on 15 July 2015.[38]

Stevenage

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On 17 July 2015, Franks signed for Luton's near-neighbours Stevenage.[39] He debuted on the opening day of 2015–16 in a 2–0 defeat at home to Notts County and scored his first goal in a 2–0 victory at home to Hartlepool United on 22 August.[40] Franks finished the season with 42 appearances and three goals,[40] as Stevenage finished 18th in League Two.[41] He was named Season Ticket Holders Player of the Year, BoroChat Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year at the club's end-of-season presentation night.[42] Franks spent three seasons at Stevenage, making 120 appearances for the club, scoring eight goals.[43]

Newport County

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Franks re-signed for fellow League Two club Newport County on 18 June 2018 on a two-year contract.[44] He made his debut on the opening day of the 2018–19 season, starting in the club's 3–0 away defeat to Mansfield Town.[45] Franks scored his first goal for Newport in a 3–2 home win over Notts County on 21 August.[46] He captained Newport in a 2–1 victory at home to Premier League team Leicester City in the FA Cup third round on 6 January 2019.[47]

Franks retired from playing on 21 March 2019, as a result of a heart issue.[48] Franks had made 34 appearances and scored three goals for Newport up to that point in 2018–19.[49] Franks had heart palpitations and chest pains, and had to be taken to hospital by his pregnant wife.[50]

International career

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In June 2013, Franks was selected for the England national C team and won his first cap in a 6–1 victory over Bermuda.[51] On 19 November 2013, Franks scored his first international goal in a 2–2 draw with Czech Republic U21, a match in which he also captained the team for the first time.[52] Franks went on to earn five caps for the England C team, captaining the side four times, before becoming ineligible due to Luton Town's promotion to the Football League.

Personal life

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Franks was married to former S Club Juniors singer Stacey McClean.[53][48] Franks struggled with alcohol following his premature retirement from football, but following counselling from the Sporting Chance Clinic, became sober on 1 August 2021.[4] Franks is an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK and together with lawyer Matt Himsworth,[4] runs mentoring firm B5 Consultancy.[54]

Career statistics

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Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Brentford 2008–09[55] League Two 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2009–10[56] League One 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Basingstoke Town (loan) 2009–10[11] Conference South 13 2 2 0 — 3[a] 0 18 2
AFC Wimbledon 2010–11[14] Conference Premier 24 2 2 0 — 2[b] 0 28 2
2011–12[23] League Two 4 0 0 0 0 0 1[c] 0 5 0
Total 28 2 2 0 0 0 3 0 33 2
Hayes & Yeading United (loan) 2011–12[14] Conference Premier 7 0 — — — 7 0
Newport County (loan) 2011–12[14] Conference Premier 1 0 — — — 1 0
Welling United 2012–13[27] Conference South 34 4 5 0 — 4[b] 0 43 4
2013–14[14] Conference Premier 26 0 3 0 — 0 0 29 0
Total 60 4 8 0 — 4 0 72 4
Luton Town 2013–14[27] Conference Premier 17 0 0 0 — 1[d] 0 18 0
2014–15[34] League Two 13 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 17 0
Total 30 0 3 0 1 0 1 0 35 0
Stevenage 2015–16[40] League Two 38 3 2 0 1 0 1[c] 0 42 3
2016–17[57] League Two 41 3 1 0 2 0 2[e] 1 46 4
2017–18[58] League Two 30 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 32 1
Total 109 7 4 0 4 0 3 1 120 8
Newport County 2018–19[49] League Two 25 3 5 0 2 0 2[e] 0 34 3
Career total 273 18 24 0 7 0 16 1 320 19
  1. ^ Two appearances in Hampshire Senior Cup, one in FA Trophy
  2. ^ a b Appearances in FA Trophy
  3. ^ a b Appearance in Football League Trophy
  4. ^ Appearance in Bedfordshire Senior Cup
  5. ^ a b Appearances in EFL Trophy

Honours

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AFC Wimbledon

Welling United

Luton Town

Individual

References

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Fraser Franks

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Fraser George Franks (born 22 November 1990) is an English former professional footballer who played primarily as a centre-back, making 254 appearances and scoring 13 goals across various English leagues before retiring at age 28 due to a diagnosed heart condition. Born in , , Franks began his youth career at the Chelsea Academy in 1999, progressing to become an apprentice at in 2007 before breaking into senior football. His professional journey included stints at (where he featured prominently in League Two), Luton Town, (151 appearances, his most prolific club), and Newport County as his final team, alongside lower-tier spells at Hayes & Yeading United and Welling United, spanning the Football League, National League, and cup competitions from 2009 to 2019. Following his retirement in March 2019, Franks transitioned into performance coaching and education, leveraging his experiences to support athletes and organizations in optimizing well-being and performance. In 2023, he underwent open-heart surgery related to his heart condition and has since become an ambassador for the . As Director of B5 Consultancy Ltd., a firm specializing in player care, welfare, and alcohol awareness, he delivers sessions to professional sports groups, including all English county cricket squads through the Professional Cricketers' Association. An ambassador for Alcohol Change UK since embracing , Franks has openly shared his struggles with alcohol dependency during and after his playing days, describing it as a coping mechanism amid identity loss post-retirement and now viewing as a "superpower" that fuels his advocacy work. He has appeared in media outlets such as and podcasts to discuss in sport, emphasizing holistic support for current and former athletes.

Early life

Upbringing

Fraser Franks was born on 22 November 1990 in , , . He grew up in , though limited specific details on his parents or siblings are publicly available. His early exposure to football occurred through local parks and activities in the area, which helped foster his initial passion for the sport. Beyond standard schooling in , no further formal education details have been documented. This foundational period in his life transitioned into structured youth training when he joined the Chelsea academy in 1999 at age eight.

Youth career

Fraser Franks joined the Chelsea academy at the age of eight in 1999, beginning his development in one of England's premier youth systems. He progressed through the club's age-group teams as a defender, honing his skills in competitive youth matches without making any senior appearances or undertaking loans during this period. Released by Chelsea at around 16 in 2007, Franks immediately trialed with and impressed enough to join their youth setup as an apprentice. Over the next two years, he continued his development within Brentford's , participating in age-group fixtures and training regimens focused on preparation. In the summer of 2009, at age 18, Franks graduated from Brentford's apprenticeship program and signed his first contract with the club, marking the end of his pure youth career phase. Throughout his academy years at both clubs, he remained solely in youth environments, with no involvement in senior or international youth teams.

Playing career

Brentford

Fraser Franks joined as an apprentice in 2007 following his release from Chelsea's youth academy, where he had developed as a defender. In the summer of 2009, he signed his first professional contract with the club on a one-year deal. Despite being named as an unused substitute on several occasions, Franks did not make a first-team appearance for 's League One squad during the 2009–10 season and remained part of the development group. To gain senior experience, he was loaned to Conference South side Basingstoke Town in October 2009 for an initial one-month period, which was later extended. During his time there, Franks made 13 appearances and scored 2 goals before returning to in late 2009. Franks was released by in May 2010 at the end of his contract, concluding a one-season professional stint at the club.

AFC Wimbledon

Fraser Franks signed for on a free transfer in July 2010, ahead of the club's inaugural season in the Conference National. His prior loan spell at Basingstoke Town from had provided valuable senior experience, which aided his adaptation to the non-league environment. Primarily deployed as a centre-back, Franks quickly became a regular in the squad during the 2010–11 campaign, contributing to the team's strong push for promotion. In September 2011, Franks joined Hayes & Yeading United on a one-month , which was extended; he made 25 appearances and scored 2 goals during the spell. In March 2012, he was loaned to Conference Premier side Newport County for one month, making 1 appearance without scoring. Over two seasons with from 2010 to 2012, Franks made 28 appearances and scored 2 goals. However, his progress was significantly disrupted by a serious knee injury sustained in March 2011, which sidelined him for several months and limited his involvement in the following season. The injury not only affected his match fitness but also impacted his overall consistency, as he struggled to regain a starting position upon recovery. Following 's successful play-off campaign and promotion to the Football League in May , Franks was among the players released by manager Terry Brown as part of a overhaul.

Welling United

Fraser Franks joined Welling United on a free transfer from in June , signing a one-year deal ahead of the –13 Conference South season. Having recovered from a that had limited his opportunities at his previous club, Franks quickly established himself as a reliable centre-back, making consistent starts and providing defensive stability. Over nearly two seasons with Welling United from 2012 to 2014, Franks made 60 appearances and scored 4 goals, often demonstrating versatility by occasionally playing at right-back while primarily anchoring the central defence during the club's successful campaign. He played a pivotal role in United's 2012–13 Conference South title victory, contributing significantly to the team's promotion to the Conference Premier as a key defensive figure in the majority of matches that season. Franks departed United in January 2014, transferring to Luton Town for an undisclosed fee amid the club's struggles in the Conference Premier, which ultimately led to their relegation at the end of the season.

Luton Town

Fraser Franks signed for Town on 18 January 2014, joining from United for an undisclosed fee. As a centre-back, he quickly integrated into the squad during the second half of the –14 Conference Premier season, making 17 appearances without scoring goals and providing rotational defensive cover. His experience from United's defensive line helped bolster 's backline in their title-winning campaign. Franks contributed to the team's success, as clinched the Conference Premier title and earned promotion to League Two for the first time since 2009. In 's inaugural League Two season of 2014–15, Franks continued as a squad player, featuring in 13 league matches with no goals and focusing on supporting the defensive unit amid a competitive schedule. Overall, he made 34 appearances across all competitions during his 18-month spell at the club. Franks departed by mutual consent on 15 July 2015, paving the way for a move to .

Stevenage

Fraser Franks signed for on a free transfer from Luton Town on 17 July 2015, ahead of the 2015–16 League Two season. During his three-year stint at from 2015 to 2018, Franks established himself as a reliable central defender, making 109 league appearances and scoring 7 goals. His consistent performances provided defensive stability, exemplified in the 2015–16 season where his capabilities contributed to five clean sheets in six matches during a crucial run that helped the team climb the table. Franks' leadership qualities shone through, earning him multiple player-of-the-year awards at the end-of-season presentation that year, recognizing his impact on the squad's organization and resilience. This period marked Franks' most stable professional phase, building on his reputation for reliability forged through promotions in lower leagues. He extended his contract in April 2016, committing to the club amid their competitive League Two campaigns. Franks departed in June 2018 following the expiry of his contract, having played a key role in the team's mid-table finishes.

Newport County

Fraser Franks signed for Newport County on 18 June 2018, joining the League Two club on a two-year contract following his release from . His prior experience as captain at facilitated a smooth integration, where he quickly became a key figure in the defense. Franks made an immediate impact, debuting in the opening fixture of the 2018–19 season against Crewe Alexandra and featuring regularly thereafter. In the league campaign, he recorded 25 appearances and contributed 3 goals, including a notable strike in a 4–1 victory over Notts County on 19 February 2019. Across all competitions, he made 34 outings with 3 goals and 2 assists, helping the team to a mid-table finish while demonstrating strong defensive performances early in the season. However, Franks' time at Newport was abruptly cut short by health issues. Following the Notts County match, he suffered severe chest pains and an irregular heartbeat, prompting hospitalization and a series of cardiac tests. Diagnosed with a serious heart condition involving a faulty aortic valve—later identified as a congenital unicuspid aortic valve—he was advised by specialists that continuing to play posed significant risks. On 21 March 2019, at the age of 28, Franks announced his retirement from professional football on medical grounds, ending a that had spanned over 300 appearances. The decision came after seeking multiple second opinions, underscoring the severity of the condition that had remained undetected until this point.

International career

Fraser Franks represented the C team, the national side for semi-professional and non-league players, earning five caps between 2013 and 2014. His strong performances at Welling United and Luton Town during this period contributed to his selections for the squad. Franks made his debut on 4 June 2013 in a 6–1 friendly victory over , shortly after helping secure promotion from the Conference South. He scored his sole international goal on 19 November 2013, netting England C's second in an eventual 2–2 draw against the U21 team during an International Challenge Trophy qualifier. His final appearance came in 2014, marking the end of his international involvement as Luton's promotion to the Football League rendered him ineligible for further call-ups. Throughout his time with England C, Franks captained the team in four matches, including fixtures against international counterparts such as and , where he led the defense with notable authority. Franks had no involvement with England's senior national team or any youth international setups.

Post-playing career

B5 Consultancy

Fraser Franks co-founded B5 Consultancy in 2020 alongside Matt Himsworth, establishing a firm dedicated to enhancing mental and physical performance for athletes, sports organizations, and business executives. As a director, Franks leverages his background as a former professional footballer to deliver tailored services emphasizing development, resilience building, and seamless career transitions for clients navigating high-pressure environments. The consultancy primarily serves elite sports entities, including Premier League and Championship football clubs, by providing off-field support such as player care programs, welfare mentoring, and education on risk-averse cultures to optimize performance. This includes delivering alcohol awareness and welfare sessions to all English county cricket squads through the Professional Cricketers' Association (PCA). Its client base extends to business sectors, encompassing FTSE 100 companies and high-net-worth individuals, where services focus on reputation management, privacy protection, and strategic decision-making to foster sustainable success. Franks has grown the firm by sharing his personal narrative of early retirement at age 28 due to a heart condition and subsequent recovery, including insights from his sobriety journey, which resonate with clients facing similar transitions. B5 Consultancy maintains an active online presence to promote its offerings, featuring a with articles on strategies and cultural shifts in , alongside social media channels on platforms like , , and for engaging with professionals in athletics and business. This digital outreach underscores the firm's commitment to accessible education and mentoring, drawing on Franks' expertise to address real-world challenges in high-stakes domains.

Coaching and advocacy

Following his retirement from professional football, Fraser Franks has established himself as a performance coach, offering one-on-one sessions to athletes and professionals focused on goal-setting, , and support. Through these individualized engagements, he draws on his own experiences to help clients navigate challenges such as self-understanding and , emphasizing sustainable growth in high-pressure environments like sport and business. Franks has served as an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK since 2021, where he actively promotes awareness and campaigns like through public talks, media appearances, and personal storytelling. His advocacy highlights the benefits of alcohol-free living, sharing insights from his journey to to encourage others in sport and beyond to reevaluate their relationships with alcohol. In 2024, Franks became an ambassador for the (BHF), using his platform to raise funds for heart research and awareness. A key effort included completing the half marathon in September 2024 alongside his daughter Nellie, who participated in the junior event, to support the charity's lifesaving work. Franks frequently shares his experiences of identity loss after early retirement from football through podcasts and articles, discussing the emotional transition from athlete to civilian life and strategies for rebuilding purpose. These contributions, often featured in media and his personal blog, aim to support former players grappling with similar post-career adjustments.

Personal life

Family

Fraser Franks was married to Stacey McClean, a former member of , from 2017 until their separation in 2023 after 10 years together. The couple announced their split amicably, emphasizing that their daughter remained their priority. Franks is the father of daughter Nellie, born in 2019. In 2024, he announced that he and his partner were expecting a second daughter named Lillie, described as a "rainbow baby" following the loss of a previous pregnancy. The baby was due in late 2024. As of November 2025, no further public information is available regarding the outcome of this pregnancy. In September 2024, Franks and Nellie participated together in the AJ Bell Great North Run, raising funds for the British Heart Foundation while celebrating family milestones.

Health and sobriety

In 2019, Fraser Franks was diagnosed with a congenital unicuspid condition, a rare heart defect affecting approximately 0.02% of the , which ultimately forced his from professional football at age 28. The condition had been initially detected during a routine screening at age 16 while at , but it progressed without noticeable symptoms until scans following an illness revealed the severity, placing significant strain on his heart. Four years later, in September 2023, Franks underwent major at age 32 to address the deteriorating valve, during which a mechanical valve was fitted and repairs were made to his to prevent life-threatening complications. The procedure required a 10-day stay and a challenging two-to-three-month recovery period, during which he was unable to lift heavy objects and experienced profound physical limitations, such as struggling to walk short distances. This recovery phase briefly impacted his family life, as he missed his daughter Nellie's first day of . Following his retirement, Franks developed a complicated relationship with alcohol, turning to it as a mechanism for the profound identity loss and anxiety stemming from the abrupt end to his athletic career. After seeking counseling and , he achieved on 1 August 2021, a he has since described as transformative for his and relationships. Franks has publicly discussed the "grieving process" associated with his early retirement and subsequent surgery recovery, emphasizing the emotional toll of redefining his sense of self through , , and . To commemorate the one-year anniversary of his surgery in September 2024, he completed his first half-marathon at the , a non-competitive event that highlighted his ongoing commitment to fitness in support of his pursuits, despite forgoing .

Statistics and honours

Career statistics

Fraser Franks made 254 senior club appearances and scored 13 goals across league and cup competitions during his professional career. The following table summarizes his appearances and goals by club and competition:
ClubYearsLeague Apps (Goals)FA Cup Apps (Goals)League Cup Apps (Goals)Other Apps (Goals)
2008–20100 (0)0 (0)0 (0)0 (0)
Basingstoke Town (loan)2009–20100 (0)0 (0)0 (0)13 (2)
2010–201226 (2)1 (0)0 (0)1 (0)
Hayes & Yeading United (loan)20117 (0)0 (0)0 (0)0 (0)
Newport County (loan)20121 (0)0 (0)0 (0)0 (0)
Welling United2012–201469 (4)2 (0)0 (0)0 (0)
Luton Town2014–201530 (0)3 (0)1 (0)0 (0)
2015–201899 (7)3 (0)4 (0)2 (1)
Newport County2018–201925 (3)4 (0)2 (0)2 (0)
Franks also had a loan spell at Basingstoke Town during the 2009–10 season, where he made 13 appearances and scored 2 goals in the Conference South. His 2018–19 season with Newport County was incomplete due to injury, after which he retired in March 2019.

Honours

Fraser Franks garnered notable team successes in , contributing to promotions that advanced his clubs up the English football pyramid. During the 2012–13 season with Welling United, he was part of the squad that clinched the Conference South title, securing automatic promotion to the Conference Premier for the following campaign. In January 2014, Franks joined Luton Town midway through the 2013–14 season and made 17 appearances as the team won the Conference Premier, earning promotion to League Two and ending a five-year exile from the Football League. On an individual level, Franks was recognized as Stevenage's Player of the Season for 2015–16, highlighting his consistent defensive performances in League Two. He also earned five caps for the England C team between 2013 and 2014, captaining the side on multiple occasions, including a match against Jordan. Franks accumulated no senior international caps or honors from the upper tiers of the Football League.

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