Clubs played for: Ards, Newcastle United, Arsenal, Stoke City, Cleveland Stokers (loan) , Hellenic (1953-1976)
Born: 1936
Birthplace: Blackpool, Lancashire
Position: nside forward/Midfielder
Biography: Created history when he took his club, Newcastle to court in 1961 when they refused to let him leave - thus the freedom of contract clause was introduced. Became manager at Stoke City. Awarded the O.B.E. in 1975. Emigrated to Johannesburg, to run his own sportswear business and retained links with the UK as Vice President of the Arsenal Supporters Club in South Africa!( League Cup winners medal in 1972)
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