Harvey Blair

Harvey Antonio Blair (born 14 September 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for club Portsmouth.

Early life Blair was born in Huddersfield, England.

Club career Liverpool Blair was originally part of Manchester United's youth setup, but later joined Liverpool as an U12 player. His first year was greatly impacted by injury as he made just four appearances and scored two goals. Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp said about Blair's performance: "The game for Harvey in the first half was really not easy and in the second half as well. We didn't really involve him in the game. That doesn't help."

Blair trained with the Liverpool first team in the 2023 pre-season, but sustained a meniscus tear in the first week.

Portsmouth On 23 August 2024, Blair signed for Championship club Portsmouth on an initial three-year deal for an undisclosed fee, believed to be initially in the region of £300,000 with the potential to rise to £600,000 should the add-ons be met.

He made his debut one day later, coming on as a 53rd-minute substitute in a 2–2 draw away at Middlesbrough.

He scored his first goal for the club in a 1–1 draw against Sheffield Wednesday on 26 April 2025.

Style of play Blair has been described as a 'tricky winger' who is 'blessed with good pace, size and ball control'.

He's traditionally played as a left winger under under-18s manager Bridge-Wilkinson, but can also operate as a striker and a little bit deeper in a no.10 role.

Personal life His father, Vernol, managed Garforth Town in the 2012-13 NPL Division One North season.

His older brother, Marley, was also in the Liverpool academy before being released by the club aged 19. He most recently played for Faroese side Tvøroyrar Bóltfelag, on loan from Havnar Bóltfelag.

His mother died in 2017 as a result of cancer.

Blair is in a relationship with model Alicia Perry, The couple have a son Roman.

Career statistics

Honours Liverpool EFL Cup: 2021–22

Individual Liverpool U18s Goal of the Season: 2021-22