Michael Uzoukwu Absalom Jude Ihiekwe (born 20 November 1992) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Blackpool. Ihiekwe was a member of his local side, Liverpool's academy system, before he was released during the 2010–11 season. He soon joined the youth ranks of Wolverhampton Wanderers, with whom he signed a professional contract in 2011.
