Richard Brindley

Norwich City

Born in Norwich, Brindley began his career at Norwich City, where he played as either a central midfielder or as a full-back. He joined the club at the age of nine, and it was announced in October 2008 that he would be offered a scholarship that would begin in June 2009. He broke into the youth team in 2009, scoring against Aston Villa after coming on as a substitute. In May 2012, a year after turning professional at Norwich City, it was announced that Brindley would not be offered a new contract and would be released by the club, yet to make a first-team appearance.

Chelmsford City

Brindley signed for Conference South side Chelmsford City in the summer of 2012 following his release from Carrow Road. He made his debut on 18 August in their 1–1 draw with Havant & Waterlooville at West Leigh Park. During his time with Chelmsford, Brindley played one game for the UK Football Finder Elite Development Squad on 12 September in a match against a Leatherhead XI, with his side coming out 4–2 victors. Brindley scored his first and only goal for Chelmsford on 10 December when they defeated Hampton & Richmond Borough 3–2 in the FA Trophy. He scored after only one minute of play. He played his final game for the club on 12 January 2013, starting in a 3–0 defeat to Halifax Town at The Shay in the FA Trophy. He made ten Conference South appearances and three FA Trophy appearances in addition to his one goal. He also featured in the FA Cup four times,…

As of end of 2023–24 season

Rotherham United

Football League One play-offs: 2014 Notts County

National League play-offs: 2023