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Biography
Richard Peter Baker (born 29 December 1987) is an English footballer who currently plays for Conference North side AFC Fylde, where he plays as a midfielder.
Early career
Manchester United
Richie began his career in the highly successful Manchester United Academy, where he played as a right-back, and was understudy to Danny Simpson, which somewhat restricted Baker to much playing time, he also played alongside the likes of Gerard Piqué, Fraizer Campbell and Giuseppe Rossi, during his time at Old Trafford.
Playing career
Preston North End
Following the decision by Manchester United to release Baker, he joined Football League Championship side Preston North End as a trainee, but failed to make a breakthrough into the first team and was released at the end of the 2005–06 season.
Bury
Baker went to join Bury, and made his full debut in the League Cup victory over Sunderland playing as a central midfielder, and after that game established himself as a first-team regular, scoring six goals in 107 appearances.
Oxford United
Richie joined Oxford United at the start of the 2010-11 season, but failed to win a regular place in the team.
Barrow
He left Oxford United on 4 January 2011 when his contract expired. Baker then signed for Barrow on 15 February 2011, making his debut against Mansfield Town four days later. In May 2011, he was offered a new contract by Barrow. Baker became a major part of the Barrow team for the subsequent two seasons. However, he left when they were relegated in May 2013.
Tamworth
Baker joined Tamworth on 24 May 2013.
Stockport County
Baker signed for Conference North side Stockport County on 3 August 2014, following some impressive displays whilst on trial, in particular scoring a brace in a pre-season friendly against Conference National side Macclesfield Town
AFC Fylde
Baker signed for Conference North side AFC Fylde on 13 March 2015. He made his debut the next day in a 2-2 draw at local rivals Chorley.