- Began career at Newcastle in 1980, then 174 games, 42 goals for Spurs, 1985-89 Chris: “Newcastle came out of the blocks quickly, which is exactly what you’d expect in front of the St James’ crowd.
- Moved to Marseille in 1989, won three French titles and reach European Cup (Champions League) Final.
- Returned to England and helped Sheffield Wednesday to FA/League Cup Finals in 1993.
- Football Writers’ Footballer of the Year 1992-93.
- 62 caps for England, member of team that reached 1990 World Cup semi-final
- Also played or coached Falkirk, Bradford City, Sunderland, Burnley, Torquay and Chesterfield
- Regular pundit on BBC Radio Five Live Spurs ‘always in control’