Paul Black

Tranmere Rovers He signed for Tranmere Rovers on a 1-year deal on 5 July 2012, just in time for pre season training. However, Black's debut was delayed after suffering a thigh injury and made his return in the reserve match in late-September.

Black made his debut for the club on 13 October 2012, coming on as a substitute for Adam McGurk in the 86th minute, in a 3–2 win over Yeovil Town. After making ten appearances for Tranmere Rovers, it announced on 29 April 2013 that Black was among five players to be released by the club.

Mansfield Town, Carlisle United and Cheltenham Town On 22 May 2013, Black signed for Mansfield Town. At the end of the 2013/14 season, he was released by Mansfield, having made only one appearance for the club (as a late FA Cup substitute).

On 9 August 2013 he joined Carlisle United on a months loan. Explaining the move, Manager Paul Cox stated Black joined Carlisle United for match experience after Black was not included for the first two opening game of the season. Black made his Carlisle United the next day, coming on as a substitute for Patrick Brough in the last 20 minutes, in a 4–0 loss against Bradford City. After making four appearances, Black made his return to his parent club after sustaining a minor groin problem, which kept him for weeks.

After leaving Mansfield Town, Black joined Cheltenham Town on a one-year contract on 24 June 2014. After months joining the club, Black finally made his league debut for the club, in a 1–1 draw against Dagenham & Redbridge on 20 September 2014. It announced on 19 January 2015 that Black left Cheltenham Town, having made five appearances in all competitions. However, Black stated he already made a move to play in the America.

Atlanta Sliverbacks After hinting a move to USA, the move for Black was revealed when he joined Atlanta Silverbacks in the NASL on 27 January 2015, along with another compatriot player, Simon Mensing and Gary Smith.

Carolina RailHawks After one season in Atlanta, Black signed with fellow NASL side Carolina RailHawks on 6 January 2016.

International Black was called up for the England national under-18 football team and also England national under-19 football team.