Aman Verma (footballer)

First spell

Born in Leicester, Leicestershire, Verma started his career at Leicester City in their youth academy however he failed to break into the first team squad and was eventually released. After his release he played for Conference North side Redditch United.

Second spell

In December 2008, Verma rejoined his former club Leicester on trial, where he did enough to secure a six-month contract. In May 2009, he was given a one-year contract extension. On 6 August 2009, Verma joined Crewe Alexandra on trial, joining on 10 August on loan for three months. He made his debut a day later in a 2–1 League Cup defeat to Blackpool, replacing James Bailey at half time. He made his league debut in a 4–0 win at Grimsby Town on 15 August, but returned to Leicester on 3 November, two-weeks early having fallen out of favour at Crewe. Verma had his first call up to the main Leicester squad as an unused substitute in a 2–1 win at Blackpool on 6 February 2010.

He joined Conference National club Histon on loan for the remainder of the 2009–10 season on 26 March 2010, In May 2010, Verma was awarded with another contract extension by Leicester. He finally made his senior debut for the club as a substitute in a 4–3 League Cup win over Macclesfield on 10 August 2010. On 11 August, Verma was part of the reserves squad that won the Totesport.com Cup in a 2–1 win over Oldham Athletic reserves at Quorn FC.

On 27 August 2010, he joined Conference National club Kidderminster Harriers on loan for a month. However, he returend to Leicester after breaking his hand during his debut against Newport County. On 19 November, Verma joined Darlington on loan until January 2011.

Leicester City confirmed on 14 May 2011 that Verma would not be offered a new contract when it expires on 30 June 2011.

Histon

Verma agreed a one-year deal with Conference National side Kettering Town on 21 July 2011.

Floriana

Verma signed for Maltese Premier League side Floriana in August 2012. He left the side in December 2012 after making 15 appearances.

Kidderminster Harriers

On 20 March 2014, he signed on non contract terms for Kidderminster Harriers. He made his debut as a substitute in a 1–0 home loss to Grimsby Town. On 6 June 2014, Verma signed a one-year contract with Kidderminster. He scored his first goal on 4 October 2014, in a 1–1 draw at home to AFC Telford. His second goal came in a 1–1 draw at home to Wrexham, Verma scoring from 30 yards in the 2nd minute. Verma returned from injury on 26 December 2014, to play in a more forward role just behind the striker and it paid off as he netted 2 of the goals in a 3–2 away win to Forest Green Rovers. At the end of the season he signed a new one-year contract. On the opening day of the 2015–16 season, Verma netted a stoppage time equaliser against title-favourites Grimsby Town in a 2–2 draw. After not appearing within the squad Verma was loaned out to Torquay United on 5 November 2015 where he scored one goal in 23 appearances. Verma signed a permanent contract to remain with Torquay for 16–17 season.

Torquay United

On 2 June 2016, Verma signed a permanent contract to remain with Torquay for 16–17 season. It didn't take long for Verma to show his worth, after impressive displays in the engine room of the side, he showed lots of versatility as he moved to right-back towards the end of the season and performed admirably, he also performed well in his natural position as a midfielder and as a striker. Player-manager Kevin Nicholson was very happy to have Verma at the club on a permanent deal.

International career

Although currently uncapped, Verma is eligible to represent both England and India at international level.