The experienced midfielder was one of numerous loanees brought in by Gary McAllister in 2002-03. He made his name at first Crewe in Dario Gradi’s school of soccer, and later at Middlesbrough, before a big money move to Blackburn in 2000. Competition was hot at Ewood Park and he was more often a substitute than a starter. The highlight of his brief stay at Coventry was a stunning volleyed goal against Derby.

After being released by Blackburn he joined Leicester on a free and has subsequently appeared for Crewe, again, Darlington and Hartlepool, for whom he made two substitute appearances last season. A media career beckons and he can be regularly heard as a Radio 5 Live summariser.

Sent off (1)
2002-03
9 November 2002 v Burnley A, Division One, foul and abusive language

Football League First Division winner 1994–95 with Middlesbrough
PFA First Division Team of the Year 1999–00 with Barnsley
Barnsley Player of the Year 1999–00
Football League Cup winner 2001–02 with Blackburn Rovers