Max Wilcox is a determined and hard-working midfielder who joined Brentford’s B Team at 18, following a six-year spell with his boyhood club, Bolton Wanderers.

His passion for the game and his relentless dedication to improving himself have made him a key prospect for the future of the club.

Max’s dream five-a-side team features football legends David De Gea, Rio Ferdinand, Kevin De Bruyne, Cristiano Ronaldo, and, of course, himself—a mix of defensive solidity, creativity, and clinical finishing. His teammates would describe him as passionate, hard-working, and dedicated, traits that have defined his playing style and his approach to overcoming challenges. Pre-match, Max listens to The Weeknd to get focused, and for his initiation song, he entertained the squad with Oasis.

Signing his first professional contract remains one of Max’s proudest moments in football, and despite facing the setback of a long-term injury, he remains optimistic about his return to the pitch, aiming to make his greatest moment with Brentford happen in the near future. His goal for the season is simple yet motivational: to recover fully from his injury and regain his fitness.

Max credits his dad as the biggest influence on his development, always pushing him to strive for more. Training alongside Brentford’s first-team players at the Robert Rowan Performance Centre has also been a valuable learning experience, showing him what it takes to perform consistently at the highest level. He feels that since joining Brentford, he has matured both on and off the pitch, thanks to the unique challenges he’s faced.

Looking ahead, Max aims to be a player who gives everything for the team—on and off the pitch. His desire to push himself and help the squad reflects his commitment to becoming a key figure for the club in the years to come.