Stephen Brian Wilkes (born 30 June 1967) is an English

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manager & former professional

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who played in

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as a

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. Wilkes was born in

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. He was a part of the

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youth club. Wilkes has managed Ramsbottom United since 2023. On 18 April 2023, Wilkes resigned as

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manager. On 22 May 2023, Wilkes joined Ramsbottom United F.C. as Manager.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Wilkes, Steve 1967 births Living people Association football managers English men's footballers Men's association football midfielders Preston North End F.C. players Southport F.C. players Morecambe F.C. players Bamber Bridge F.C. players English Football League players Northwich Victoria F.C. managers English football managers Footballers from Preston, Lancashire Ramsbottom United F.C. managers