Alan Reeves

• Full name: Alan Reeves
• Nationality: English
• Date of birth: 25 September 1967
• Position: Central defender

Playing career (summary)

• Early career: Began in non-league football with clubs such as Southport and Wigan Athletic (youth/early senior stages).
• Swindon Town: Joined in the late 1980s/early 1990s; became a regular central defender and played in the side that won promotion to the top tiers of English football.
• Wimbledon: Signed for Wimbledon in 1993. Reeves was a key part of Wimbledon's defence through the mid-1990s, playing in the Premier League and known for his strong, no-nonsense defending and aerial ability.
• Luton Town & Rotherham United: Later in his career he also had spells with Luton Town and Rotherham United before retiring from professional play.

Style of play

• Physical, robust central defender noted for tackling, heading and organisational skills.
• Experienced at handling direct, physical forwards typical of the English game in the 1990s.

After playing

• Moved into coaching and scouting roles following retirement, including work within lower-league clubs and youth development.

Notable facts

• Part of the Wimbledon side during their Premier League years when the club was known for a direct, combative style often called "The Crazy Gang" era legacy.
• Remembered by fans for reliability, leadership at the back and commitment on the pitch.