Ryan Astley, a stalwart central defender for Dundee, was born on 4 October 2001 in Wales. Standing at a solid 6ft (1.84m) and weighing in at 12st 3lb (78kg), he brings a firm presence to the football pitch. Wearing the number 4 jersey, this diligent centre back has already racked up a wealth of experience despite his tender age of 24 years.
According to his profile on Transfermarkt, Astley's current market value gravitates around the £510k mark.
Astley's budding football career took flight in the Premier League, when he joined Everton as a trainee in July 2017. A few years later, in July 2022, the dynamic defender embarked on a tenure with Accrington Stanley in England's League Two, testing his mettle on loan. In the 2022-2023 season, Astley graced the pitch in 23 first team league matches, finding the back of the net once during his stint at Accrington.
After the completion of his loan in June 2023, Astley returned to his parent club Everton in the Premier League. However, amidst the whirlwind of transfers, his journey soon led him north to Scotland. In January 2024, the Welshman set sail for Dundee in the Scottish Premiership, with the transfer fee remaining undisclosed.
Astley's seasons at Dundee have seen him establish himself as a key player in their squad. In his debut campaign (2023-2024), he made a total of three appearances in league matches. The following 2024-2025 season, he was a regular feature in the team, contributing to 26 matches in the league. The current 2025-2026 season has seen Astley make 15 appearances so far, this time adding a goal to his tally. A display of consistency, indeed, for the 24-year-old centre-back.
