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Samir Badre Carruthers (born 4 April 1993) is a semi-professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Dartford. He has represented the Republic of Ireland at U19 and U21 level.

Key Information

With over 160 Football League appearances, his former clubs include Aston Villa, Sheffield United, Milton Keynes Dons, Oxford United, Cambridge United, Hemel Hempstead Town, Chelmsford City and Dartford.

Club career

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Early career

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Born in Islington, London, Carruthers was playing football local to his hometown of Hatfield, Hertfordshire when he was signed by Cambridge United's under-10 side.[3] He trained frequently with Manchester United, but when Cambridge United abandoned their youth team set-up he signed for Arsenal, the team he supported as a child.[3] He went on to represent Arsenal at under-18 level and captained the club's under-16 side. However, in 2009 Carruthers rejected offers from Fulham and Arsenal in favour of a move to Aston Villa.[4]

Aston Villa

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Carruthers signed for Aston Villa in June 2009, aged 16. He made his name playing for the club's reserve and academy sides as an attacking midfielder and winger. Following a number of injuries to Alex McLeish's first team squad in the latter stages of the 2011–12 season, the young midfielder was brought in to train with the first team on a number of occasions.

Carruthers made his first-team debut in Villa's 1–1 Premier League draw at Liverpool on 7 April 2012, replacing Barry Bannan for the final four minutes.[5] He made two further substitute appearances that month.

On 1 April 2013, Carruthers captained Aston Villa's youth squad to the final of the NextGen Series where they beat Chelsea 2–0, at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, in Como, Italy.[6]

Milton Keynes Dons

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Carruthers was sent out on loan to League One side Milton Keynes Dons on 10 August 2013 on a youth loan until 4 January 2014.[7] He made his debut against Preston North End on 17 August. Coming on as a substitute in the 56th minute, Carruthers won a penalty, which was in turn converted by Shaun Williams, levelling the score at 2–2.[8] A week later he scored within 15 minutes of coming on as a substitute against Bristol City, hitting a left-footed effort into the top corner to earn another 2–2 draw.[9] On 8 January 2014, he extended his loan spell until 3 April.[10] However, on 18 February, he withdrew from a match against Preston North End with a knee injury in the 13th minute, ending his season.[11]

On 6 August 2014, Carruthers signed for Milton Keynes Dons on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.[12] He scored his first goal of the season on 13 September in a 5–3 away win against Barnsley, and on 25 April 2015, he scored a second goal, opening a 3–2 win over Rochdale at Spotland.[13] Eight days later the team earned their first promotion to the Championship with a 5–1 home win over Yeovil Town on the final day, with Carruthers setting up the first goal from Carl Baker.[14]

On 19 September 2015, Carruthers received a straight red card for a foul on Stuart Dallas in a 2–1 home loss to Leeds United.[15] He scored once in 39 appearances – opening a 3–2 loss at Blackburn Rovers on 27 February 2016[16] – as Milton Keynes were relegated.

Sheffield United

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On 3 January 2017, it was announced that Carruthers had signed for League One leaders Sheffield United on a three-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee, thought to be worth £250,000.[17][18] He made his debut four days later in a 4–2 win at Southend United, coming on as a 68th-minute substitute for Mark Duffy but lasting only 15 minutes before withdrawing with injury.[19] He totalled 14 appearances for the Blades, who won the league title with 100 points.[20]

Again as Duffy's replacement, Carruthers scored his first goal for the Blades on 21 November 2017 in a 5–4 loss to Fulham at Bramall Lane.[21] He was transfer-listed by Sheffield United at the end of the 2017–18 season.[22]

Carruthers joined Oxford United in June 2018, on loan for the 2018–19 season.[23] He suffered a knee injury during the first game of the season, and his recovery was interrupted by a recurrence of the injury later in the autumn that required surgery.[24]

Cambridge United

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On 29 August 2019, Carruthers joined League Two side Cambridge United on a one-year deal following his release by Sheffield United.[25] He was released by the club at the end of the season.[26]

Non-League

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Carruthers dropped down into non-league football with Hemel Hempstead Town for the start of the 2020–21 season. On 24 March 2022, he joined Dartford on loan.[27]

On 9 June 2022, Carruthers joined Dartford on a permanent deal ahead of the 2022–23 season.[28]

On 22 May 2023, Carruthers joined Chelmsford City on a permanent deal ahead of the 2023–24 season.[29] On 3 May 2024, Carruthers announced he had left the club following the culmination of Chelmsford's season.[30]

On 16 May 2024, Carruthers re-joined Dartford.[31]

On 13 May 2025, Carruthers signed a new deal at Dartford keeping him at the club for the 2025–26 season.[32]

International career

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Carruthers is of Irish, Italian and Moroccan descent and is eligible to play for Italy, Morocco, England and the Republic of Ireland, the country of his grandparents.[3][33][34] In 2011, he made his debut for the Republic of Ireland U19 team. On 10 September 2012, Carruthers made his debut for the Republic of Ireland U21 team away to Italy.

Controversy

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On 15 March 2016, whilst attending the Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse, Carruthers and Northampton Town's James Collins were photographed urinating into a beer glass whilst standing on a balcony. The following day, Carruthers apologised for his behaviour,[35] and following a meeting with MK Dons manager Karl Robinson and chairman Pete Winkelman he was fined two weeks' wages and suspended by the club.[36] He pledged his fine to charities, including one chosen by the racecourse.[37]

Career statistics

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As of 31 January 2026.[38]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other[a] Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Aston Villa 2011–12 Premier League 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
2012–13 Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2013–14 Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0
Milton Keynes Dons (loan) 2013–14 League One 23 2 3 0 1 0 1 0 28 2
Milton Keynes Dons 2014–15 League One 32 2 2 0 3 0 1 0 38 2
2015–16 Championship 39 1 3 0 1 0 0 0 43 1
2016–17 League One 23 1 1 0 1 0 3 0 28 1
Total 94 4 6 0 5 0 4 0 109 4
Sheffield United 2016–17 League One 14 0 — — — 14 0
2017–18 Championship 14 1 2 0 1 0 — 17 1
Total 28 1 2 0 1 0 — 31 1
Oxford United (loan) 2018–19 League One 10 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 12 1
Cambridge United 2019–20 League Two 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0
Hemel Hempstead Town 2020–21 National League South 6 0 0 0 — 2 0 8 0
2021–22 National League South 20 0 0 0 — 1 0 21 0
Total 26 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 29 0
Dartford (loan) 2021–22 National League South 6 0 — — 2 0 8 0
Dartford 2022–23 National League South 35 10 1 0 — 3[b][c][d] 0 39 10
Total 42 10 1 0 0 0 5 0 47 10
Chelmsford City 2023–24 National League South 37 3 2 0 — 3[e][f] 0 42 3
Dartford 2024–25 Isthmian League Premier Division 35 10 3 0 — 4[g][h][i] 2 42 12
2025–26 Isthmian League Premier Division 23 2 2 0 — 1[j] 0 26 2
Total 58 12 5 0 0 0 5 2 68 14
Career total 332 32 19 0 7 0 23 3 391 35
  1. ^ Includes Football League Trophy, FA Trophy, National League South play-offs, Isthmian Premier League Play-Offs, Velocity Cup, London Senior Cup and the Kent Senior Cup
  2. ^ One appearance in the FA Trophy
  3. ^ One appearance in the London Senior Cup
  4. ^ One appearance in the National League South Play-Offs
  5. ^ Two appearances in the FA Trophy
  6. ^ One appearance in the National League South Play-Offs
  7. ^ One appearance in the FA Trophy
  8. ^ One appearance and one goal in the Velocity Cup
  9. ^ Two appearances and one goal in the Isthmian Premier League Play-Offs
  10. ^ One appearance in the FA Trophy

Honours

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Aston Villa U19

Milton Keynes Dons

Sheffield United

Dartford

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Samir Carruthers

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Samir Badre Carruthers (born 4 April 1993) is a semi-professional footballer who plays as a for in England's . Born in , , to a Moroccan mother and an English father of Irish and Italian descent, he holds dual citizenship of and the . Carruthers began his youth career at Cambridge United before moving to Arsenal's academy and then joining Aston Villa in 2008, where he signed a and later a professional contract. He made his professional debut for Aston Villa in the on 7 April 2012 against , coming on as a substitute, and went on to make three total appearances for the club during the 2011–12 and 2013–14 seasons. After limited first-team opportunities at Aston Villa, Carruthers was loaned to Dons in 2013, a move that became permanent the following year. He spent over three seasons with MK Dons, making 137 appearances, scoring 6 goals, and providing 24 assists across League One and the , while contributing to their promotion to the in 2015. In January 2017, he transferred to Sheffield United, where he helped the team secure promotion from League One to the in 2017–18, appearing in 28 league matches during his 18-month stint. Carruthers' career continued in the lower tiers after leaving Sheffield United in 2018, with spells at Oxford United (2018–19, 12 appearances) and a return to United (2019–20, 10 appearances). Following a release from , he played with Hemel Hempstead Town from 2020 until joining on loan in March 2022 and signing permanently that June, where he scored 10 goals in 43 appearances over two seasons. He moved to City for the 2023–24 season, making 38 appearances and contributing to their play-off campaign, before returning to on a permanent deal in July 2024. Internationally, Carruthers represented the at youth levels, earning 10 caps for the under-19 team and 10 for the under-21 team between 2012 and 2015. Standing at 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) and left-footed, he has accumulated over 250 domestic league appearances, 15 goals, and 30 assists across his career (as of November 2025), primarily in midfield roles. Outside of football, Carruthers works as a coach at Pro Direct Academy and is expecting his first child as of 2024.

Early career

Beginnings in youth football

Samir Badre Carruthers was born on 4 April 1993 in , , . His mother is Moroccan, and his father is English of Irish and Italian descent. Carruthers began his involvement in organized youth football with United's under-10 side. While there, he trained frequently with United's youth setup. Following United's decision to abandon their youth team structure, he joined Arsenal's academy around 2005, where he developed as a for the next four years. At age 16 in 2009, Carruthers left after turning down a new contract offer, citing limited opportunities for progression in the squad. He subsequently transitioned to Aston Villa's later that year.

Aston Villa academy

Carruthers joined Aston Villa's in July 2009 at the age of 16, transferring from 's youth setup after rejecting offers to stay with the Gunners or move to . He quickly integrated into the under-18 squad, where his technical ability and midfield orchestration stood out during training sessions and matches. During the 2010–11 season, Carruthers was a key figure in Aston Villa's youth team that advanced to the final, defeating teams like Leeds United and Peterborough United en route before losing to Manchester United. His leadership emerged more prominently with the under-19s, where he captained the side in competitive tournaments. In 2013, under his captaincy, Villa's under-19s won the , a prestigious European youth competition, culminating in a 2–0 victory over Chelsea in the final at in Como, Italy; both goals from penalties by secured the trophy. Carruthers' academy success led to first-team opportunities, with his senior debut coming on 7 April 2012 as a late substitute in a 1–1 draw against at , replacing in the 85th minute. He made two further substitute appearances that season in the —16 minutes against Manchester United on 15 April and 1 minute against West Bromwich Albion on 28 April—bringing his total senior outings for Villa to three, all in the top flight during 2011–12. Despite signing a two-year contract extension in July 2013, he failed to secure a regular first-team role under manager and departed the club in August 2014 to join Dons on a permanent three-year deal following a successful loan spell there.

Professional club career

Milton Keynes Dons

Carruthers joined Dons on an initial youth loan from Aston Villa in August 2013, lasting until January 2014. The loan was extended in January 2014 until early April, allowing him to remain with the League One club for the majority of the 2013–14 season. During this period, he made 23 league appearances and scored 2 goals, establishing himself as a regular in midfield under manager . Following the successful loan spell, Carruthers signed permanently for Dons in August 2014 on a three-year for an undisclosed , marking a significant step up from youth-level football to a full professional role in the . Across the subsequent three full seasons from 2014 to 2017, he accumulated 94 league appearances and 4 goals, contributing versatility in central and wide midfield positions. Carruthers played a key role in Milton Keynes Dons' 2014–15 League One promotion campaign, helping the team secure automatic promotion by finishing second, including starting in the 5–1 victory over Yeovil Town on the final day that clinched their place in the for the first time. During his tenure, he also faced a brief suspension in March 2016 following an off-field incident at the . By January 2017, after falling out of favor amid the club's relegation battle, Carruthers departed Dons on a permanent transfer to Sheffield United for an undisclosed fee, with six months remaining on his contract.

Sheffield United

In January 2017, Samir Carruthers joined Sheffield United from Dons on a three-and-a-half-year contract for an undisclosed fee. He made his debut as a substitute in a 3–0 League One win over on 7 January, providing an assist in his second appearance against Bolton Wanderers. During the 2016–17 League One season, Carruthers made 14 appearances without scoring, contributing to Sheffield United's second-place finish and automatic promotion to the . In the following 2017–18 campaign, he featured in 14 league matches, scoring once in a 3–1 win over Hull City, but struggled for consistent starts amid competition from midfielders like John Fleck and . Overall, across both seasons, he recorded 28 league appearances and one goal for the club. In June 2018, Carruthers joined United on a season-long loan, reuniting with former Dons manager . He made 10 League One appearances for without scoring, though his involvement was limited by knee injuries requiring surgery. Carruthers was transfer-listed by United in May 2019 before departing by mutual consent in August 2019, ahead of signing for Cambridge United on a one-year deal.

Cambridge United

Carruthers joined Cambridge United on a one-year contract on 29 August 2019, signing as a free agent following his release from Sheffield United. The 26-year-old midfielder had impressed during a pre-season trial with the League Two club, where he featured in friendlies and trained since mid-July. In the 2019–20 season, Carruthers made 10 appearances in League Two, primarily as a substitute, accumulating 604 minutes and providing 1 assist but no goals. His involvement was significantly limited by a hamstring injury suffered in a 3–1 win over Crewe Alexandra in September 2019, which sidelined him for around three months. He returned to the first team in December under manager Colin Calderwood but struggled for consistent minutes amid competition in midfield and further tactical adjustments. The season was curtailed in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with matches resuming behind closed doors in June before concluding. On 28 April 2020, Cambridge United announced that Carruthers would be among nine players released upon the expiry of their contracts at the end of June, effectively terminating his deal early in light of limited opportunities and the league's disruptions. Following his departure, Carruthers trained independently to maintain fitness but went on trial with Northampton Town in August 2020 without securing a deal, paving the way for his move to non-league football.

Non-league career

Hemel Hempstead Town

Following his release by Cambridge United in June 2020, Carruthers signed a short-term contract with Town of the on 12 December 2020. The 27-year-old midfielder, drawing on his professional experience from clubs like Aston Villa and Sheffield United, joined as a to bolster the squad during the 2020–21 season. Over the 2020–21 and 2021–22 seasons, Carruthers made 26 league appearances for Hemel Hempstead Town, providing stability in midfield during mid-table campaigns that saw the club finish 12th and 17th respectively. His contributions included helping the team maintain competitiveness in a league demanding physical and tactical consistency, often partnering with fellow experienced midfielder . In July 2021, manager Lee Bircham extended Carruthers' deal, praising his pedigree as a former under-21 international for aiding the younger squad's adaptation to the rigours of . Transitioning from full-time professional environments to Hemel Hempstead's semi-professional setup presented challenges, including part-time training schedules that required balancing football with other commitments. Despite this, Carruthers impressed enough to earn a loan move to in March 2022 for the remainder of the 2021–22 season. He departed Hemel Hempstead permanently in the summer of 2022, signing with on a free transfer.

Chelmsford City and

In January 2022, Carruthers joined on loan from Town until the end of the 2021–22 season, making 7 appearances without scoring in the . He impressed enough to secure a permanent transfer to on 9 June 2022 ahead of the 2022–23 campaign. During the 2022–23 season, Carruthers became a key figure for , featuring in 36 matches across all competitions and scoring 10 goals with 1 assist, helping the team to a seventh-place finish. Overall, across his initial loan and permanent stint from 2021–22 to 2022–23, he recorded 43 appearances and 10 goals. On 22 May 2023, he transferred to league rivals Chelmsford City on a one-year deal, seeking a fresh challenge in the same division. At Chelmsford, Carruthers contributed significantly to their promotion push in the 2023–24 National League South season, appearing in 38 matches (37 league, 1 playoff) and netting 3 goals with 1 assist. His efforts helped the Clarets secure second place and a playoff spot, though they were eliminated in the semi-finals by Braintree Town after extra time. Following the conclusion of his contract, Carruthers was released by Chelmsford on 3 May 2024. Carruthers returned to on 16 May 2024, rejoining the club for the 2024–25 Premier Division season under manager Ady Pennock, who praised his "X-factor" as a . In that campaign, he made over 35 appearances and scored at least 11 goals, emerging as one of the team's top scorers and aiding their mid-table stability. This move marked a continuation of his non-league journey, which began at in late 2020, emphasizing his adaptability in the sixth tier. As of November 2025, during the ongoing 2025–26 season, Carruthers remains a mainstay at , having signed a new one-year contract on 13 May 2025 to extend his semi-professional commitment through the 2025–26 campaign.

International career

Republic of Ireland under-19

Samir Carruthers received his first call-up to the under-19 squad in 2011, opting to represent the country of his grandparents' heritage despite his eligibility to play for through birth. Highly rated at Aston Villa, he was included in the squad for preparations ahead of the finals, marking a significant step in his international youth career. Carruthers featured prominently in the 2011 UEFA European Under-19 Championship held in Romania, where Ireland reached the semi-finals for the first time since 2002. The team had qualified via the elite round, topping Group 4 with a convincing 3-0 victory over Italy on 29 May 2011, alongside wins against Latvia and draws with Belarus, securing their place in the finals after a nine-year absence. In Group A of the finals, Ireland began with a 2-1 win over Greece on 20 July, thanks to goals from Ciaran Kilduff and Sean Murray. They followed with a 1-2 defeat to Czech Republic on 23 July, where Carruthers provided a key assist for Ireland's goal through Anthony Forde. A goalless draw against hosts Romania on 26 July, in which Carruthers started before being substituted, ensured second place in the group with four points and advancement to the knockouts. The campaign ended in the semi-finals with a 0-5 loss to Spain on 29 July, halting Ireland's title aspirations. Over his under-19 tenure from 2011 to 2012, Carruthers earned 10 caps and scored 1 goal. His performances at this level paved the way for a seamless progression to the under-21 squad later in 2012.

under-21

Carruthers progressed to the under-21 squad in 2012, building on his experience with the under-19 team that had reached the semi-finals of the . He made his debut in a qualifier against on 10 September 2012, contributing to a surprising 4-2 away in Casarano that kept Ireland's qualification hopes alive for the 2013 tournament. Carruthers became a key in the team during the 2013/14 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying campaign for the 2015 finals, earning five caps and scoring two goals while featuring in all group matches. His first international goal came in an opening 4-1 win over the on 14 August 2013, where he leveled the score with an individual effort nine minutes after conceding early, paving the way for 's comeback. He added a second goal in the return fixture, a 5-2 home victory over the on 15 November 2013, opening the scoring in the 17th minute with a burst into the box. Despite these contributions, finished third in Group 6 behind and , failing to qualify for the finals after a 0-4 home defeat to on 9 September 2013—where Carruthers was sent off for a second yellow card on 61 minutes—and draws and losses against in October 2013. Carruthers' final under-21 appearance came in a 5-2 friendly win over the on 4 March 2014, after which he received no further call-ups to the youth international setup and did not advance to the senior team.

Personal life

Ancestry and eligibility

Samir Carruthers was born in , , on 4 April 1993, making him eligible to represent through birth and early youth development in the English football system. However, his diverse family heritage provided additional international options: his paternal grandfather hails from , granting him eligibility for the ; his father is of Irish and descent, offering qualification for ; and his mother is , establishing roots that allow representation for . In 2011, Carruthers opted to commit to the at youth level, influenced by his Irish family ties and the opportunities presented by the national setup, including selection for the U19 squad that reached the semi-finals of the . This decision aligned with his grandfather's heritage and provided a pathway amid competition from other nations vying for his services. He went on to earn caps at U21 level as well, representing Ireland in that age group. Despite these youth appearances, Carruthers has not received any senior international caps for the , , , or following his U21 career.

Cheltenham Festival incident

On 15 March 2016, during the opening day of the event, Samir Carruthers, then a for Dons, was photographed urinating into a while surrounded by racegoers in a crowded hospitality balcony area. The images, which showed Carruthers relieving himself into the glass before teammate James Collins poured its contents over the balcony, quickly spread on , sparking widespread backlash and viral condemnation for the inappropriate public behavior. In response to the incident, Carruthers issued a public apology the following day, expressing deep regret and stating that he had "let everyone down: the team, my team-mates, everyone" by embarrassing the club and its . Dons launched an internal investigation and subsequently suspended Carruthers for two weeks, barring him from their upcoming match against & Albion on 19 March, while also fining him the equivalent of two weeks' wages. As part of the disciplinary resolution, the fine was donated to the club's charity, and Carruthers was allowed to return to training and team activities shortly thereafter, with no long-term football ban imposed. The controversy significantly damaged Carruthers' public reputation, leading to further repercussions when, on 22 August 2016, the British Horseracing Authority issued him a nationwide ban from all British racecourses, with the option to appeal after one year. organizers also canceled the group's booking for the following day of the event in immediate response to the uproar.

Other personal details

Outside of football, Carruthers works as a coach at Pro Direct Academy, where he teaches and coaches young players. In 2024, he became a father to his son, Leonardo.

Career statistics and honours

Career statistics

As of 14 November 2025, Samir Carruthers has accumulated 363 appearances and 31 goals across all domestic competitions, including 39 assists and 73 yellow cards. In domestic league matches alone, he has made 321 appearances and scored 31 goals.

Breakdown by Competition (Domestic Leagues)

CompetitionAppearancesGoals
30
532
League One1025
League Two100
National League100
14324
Total32131

Club-by-Club Statistics

Statistics include all domestic competitions (leagues, cups, playoffs) unless otherwise noted, with yellow and red cards where recorded. Aston Villa (2011–2012)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
11/1230010
Total30010
Milton Keynes Dons (2013–2017)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
13/14League One232540
13/1430000
13/1410000
13/1410000
14/15League One322760
14/1520020
14/1530010
14/1510010
15/163916120
15/1630110
15/1610110
16/17League One231360
16/1710000
16/1710000
16/1730111
Total133624351
Sheffield United (2016–2018)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
16/17League One140110
17/18141000
17/1820000
17/1810000
Total311110
Oxford United (loan, 2018–2019)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
18/19League One100000
18/1921000
Total121000
Cambridge United (2019–2020)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
19/20League Two100120
Total100120
Boreham Wood (2020–2021)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
20/21National League100120
Total100120
Hemel Hempstead Town (2020–2022)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
20/2160000
21/22200030
Total260030
Dartford (2022–present)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
21/22 (loan)60020
21/22 (loan) Play-offs10000
22/2335101110
22/23 Play-offs10000
24/25All Competitions4212---
25/26All Competitions (as of 14 Nov 2025)151-20
Total100231150
Chelmsford City (2023–2024)
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards
23/243731100
23/24 Play-offs100--
Total3831100

International Statistics

Carruthers has no senior international caps. His youth international record is as follows:
LevelAppearancesGoals
U19 ()50
U21 ()90
Total140

Honours

Carruthers has won several honours during his youth and senior club career. At youth level, he captained Aston Villa's under-19 team to victory in the 2012–13 , defeating Chelsea 2–0 in the final held in , . With Milton Keynes Dons, Carruthers contributed to their automatic promotion from to the in the 2014–15 season, securing with a 5–1 victory over Yeovil Town on the final day. During his time at Sheffield United, he was part of the squad that won the title in the 2016–17 season, clinching the with 100 points and promotion to the . Carruthers has not won any international honours at senior or youth levels. At youth level, he represented the under-19 team that reached the semi-finals of the , where they lost 2–1 to the .

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