Ian Taylor

An English former professional footballer and a beloved figure at Aston Villa, the club he supported as a boy. His path to the top flight was an unconventional one, before his professional career, Taylor worked as a forklift truck driver and played non-league football for Moor Green.

His journey to the Premier League began with Port Vale, where he became a standout player and a fan favorite, winning the Football League Trophy in 1993. In 1994, he made a brief move to Sheffield Wednesday before a dream transfer to his boyhood club, Aston Villa, where he would spend nearly nine years.

Taylor’s time at Villa Park, from 1994 to 2003, is what he is best known for. His tireless work ethic, passionate performances, and knack for scoring crucial goals endeared him to supporters, particularly the Holte End, where he once stood as a fan. He was a key member of the side that won the 1996 League Cup, scoring in the 3-0 final victory over Leeds United.

Since retiring from playing in 2007 after spells with Derby County and Northampton Town, Taylor has maintained a strong connection to football. He was appointed as a club ambassador for Aston Villa in 2011, a role that sees him regularly attend games and engage with supporters. In addition to his media work as a pundit and co-commentator for Aston Villa TV, Taylor has also ventured into the business world, founding his own successful audio company, IT7 Audio.

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