James Harrop
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James Harrop (Born September 1884, died 1958) was a footballer who played for Liverpool Football Club in the early 20th century.
[edit] Life and playing career
Born in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England, Harrop played for Sheff Wednesday, Denaby United and Rotherham Town (who merged with Rotherham County in 1919 to form Rotherham United) before being signed by Liverpool manager Tom Watson in 1907. Making his debut in a Football League Division One match on 18th January 1908, he bagged his first goal 18 months later on the 27th March 1909. Harrop, a central-defender, only made 8 apearances in his first season but went on to play 139 matches for the Anfield club during his 5 seasons scoring 4 times.
Harrop left the Reds at the end of the 1912 season joining Aston Villa, he finished his career at Sheff United.
[edit] Career details
As a player:
- Liverpool FC (1907 - 1912): 139 appearances, 8 goals
