Des Walker

• Full name: Desmond "Des" Walker
• Born: 26 November 1965, Kirkby, Merseyside, England
• Position: Defender (primarily centre-back; could also play at right-back)
• Club career (select): Came to prominence with Nottingham Forest under Brian Clough, had a spell in Italy with Sampdoria, and later played for Sheffield Wednesday in the mid‑1990s and thereafter as a senior member of their defence.
• International: Capped by England (59 appearances), part of the England squads at the 1990 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 1992.
• Playing style: Renowned for exceptional pace, tight man‑marking, reading of the game and consistency; widely regarded as one of England’s outstanding defenders of his era.
• After playing career: Remained involved in football in coaching and mentoring roles and is remembered as a club legend especially at Nottingham Forest and as a key figure at Sheffield Wednesday during his time there.

Notable legacy: Des Walker is remembered for his speed, defensive reliability and longevity at the top level, and he remains a highly respected figure in English football, particularly among supporters of Nottingham Forest and Sheffield Wednesday.