Name: Paul Ince

Full name: Paul Lionel Ince

Date of birth: 21 October 1967

Place of birth: Ilford, England

Nationality: English

Position: Central midfielder (also deployed as defensive midfielder)

Club career (highlights):

• West Ham United (youth–1986, senior 1986–1989) — Broke into the first team; noted for energy and box-to-box ability.
• AFC Bournemouth (loan 1987) — Short-term development loan.
• Manchester United (1989–1995) — Key figure in midfield during early Sir Alex Ferguson era; won multiple trophies including the FA Cup (1990–91, 1993–94), the European Cup Winners' Cup (1990–91) and the Premier League (1992–93). Known for powerful running, tackling and leadership.
• Inter Milan (1995–1997) — One of the first high-profile English midfielders to move to Serie A; performed well in a tougher tactical league.
• Liverpool (1997–1999) — Returned to England and continued to be an influential midfielder.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers (2000–2002) — Finished playing career at Wolves after a brief stint at Middlesbrough (1999–2000).

International career (England):

• England caps: 53 appearances
• England goals: 2
• Years active: 1992–2000
• Represented England at major tournaments including Euro 1996 (hosted by England) and Euro 2000.
• Recognized for combative midfield play, stamina, and occasional goal threat from midfield.

Managerial career (selected):

• Macclesfield Town (2004–2006)
• Milton Keynes Dons (2006–2007)
• Blackpool (2007–2008)
• Reading (2010) — short spell
• Notts County (2010–2011)
• ICC and coaching roles followed; also worked as a pundit.

Notable traits and legacy:

• Considered one of England's best midfielders of the 1990s, combining physicality, technical skill and leadership.
• Trailblazer as an English player succeeding in Serie A with Inter Milan.
• First black captain of the England U21s and became an influential figure for black British players in English football.

Honours (selected):

• Premier League: 1992–93 (Manchester United)
• FA Cup: 1989–90, 1993–94 (Manchester United)
• European Cup Winners' Cup: 1990–91 (Manchester United)

Current status: Retired as a player; has undertaken managerial, coaching and media roles following his playing career.