Wycombe Wanderers have confirmed the appointment of Alex Morris as first-team coach, strengthening Michael Duff’s backroom staff at Adams Park.
The 42-year-old arrives with a wealth of experience gained during almost three decades at Crewe Alexandra and more recently at Stoke City.
Experienced Coach Joins the Chairboys
Morris spent 28 years with Crewe, progressing from youth team player to academy coach, before taking caretaker charge of the first team and later being appointed manager. After stepping aside from that role, he continued to work with the club as a coach until 2023, when he made the move to Stoke City to take charge of their under-21 side. He also had a brief stint as caretaker boss at the Bet365 Stadium.
Now, he has been confirmed as part of Duff’s staff at Wycombe, joining the squad at their Marlow Road training base this week as preparations intensified for Saturday’s League One fixture against Barnsley.
Club director Tom Stockwell welcomed the appointment, highlighting the breadth of Morris’s coaching background.
“We are happy to welcome Alex to the club to join up with Michael Duff’s first-team coaching staff,” he said. “Having held first-team coaching positions at both Crewe and Stoke City previously, we believe Alex is a great fit for Wycombe with the wealth of experience he brings.”
Focus on Player Development
Morris’s arrival is seen as a key step in bolstering Wycombe’s technical approach, with his remit expected to include significant focus on both in and out of possession strategies. Stockwell added that his philosophy aligns with the club’s emphasis on player development.
“He also shares our views on the importance of the development of players of all ages to maximise potential. We look forward to welcoming Alex to the dugout at Adams Park this weekend against Barnsley.”
Wycombe are hoping that the addition of another experienced voice on the training ground will aid their push for consistency in League One, with Duff’s men targeting a strong run of form to climb the table. Morris’s grounding in developing young players is expected to dovetail with the Chairboys’ plans for progression both in the short and long term.
Writer’s View
This is a smart appointment by Wycombe, bringing in a coach with a proven track record at both academy and first-team level. With Michael Duff still shaping his staff and system, Morris’s arrival adds experience and stability behind the scenes.
His development background should also benefit the club’s younger players, giving Wycombe a valuable balance of short-term know-how and long-term progression. It is a move that underlines the Chairboys’ intent to evolve while maintaining competitiveness in League One.
