Danny Lloyd (footballer)

Danny James Lloyd-McGoldrick (born 3 December 1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for National League North side Southport.

After beginning his career with Southport, he played for Colwyn Bay, Lincoln City, Tamworth and AFC Fylde.

His form attracted interest from several Football League clubs and he signed for Peterborough United, making his professional debut in August 2017, before moving to Salford City.

Born in Liverpool, Lloyd began his career with Southport, progressing through the club's youth ranks before being handed his senior debut on 8 September 2009 in a 4–2 victory over Stafford Rangers.

He moved to Lincoln City in January 2012,[5] scoring three times in twelve appearances, but was unable to agree an extension to his contract with manager David Holdsworth at the end of the season and subsequently rejoined Colwyn Bay.

[6] His contract with Colwyn included a clause that he could cancel his stay at any time if he received an offer from a Conference Premier side.

[9] He made his professional debut for the club on the opening day of the 2017–18 season as a substitute in place of Marcus Maddison during a 2–1 victory over Plymouth Argyle.

[17] He made his debut in the opening match of the 2018–19 season on 4 August as Salford drew 1–1 at home to Leyton Orient.