Steve Ludlam

Steve Ludlam (born 18 October 1955) is a former English professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He played in The Football League for Sheffield United, Carlisle United and Chester.

Playing career Ludlam began his career with Sheffield United, where he turned professional in January 1973. He had to wait until December 1975 for his first-team debut, against Tottenham Hotspur, but went on to make 27 league appearances over the next season and a half. He moved to Carlisle United in May 1977 and spent the next three seasons at Brunton Park, before opting to join fellow Football League Division Three side Chester in July 1980. The £45,000 transfer was a record buy for Chester at the time.

Steve Ludlam currently runs the Chesterfield school of excellence under 16 side.