John Gidman

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John Gidman (born January 10, 1954 in Liverpool, England) was an English football player. His favoured position was right back.

Gidman played for Liverpool F.C. Reserves before joining Aston Villa in 1971. He was signed by Everton in 1979 for £650,000. He then became Manchester United's new manager Ron Atkinson's first signing as he moved to United in 1981 as part of a £450,000 swap deal, with Mickey Thomas moving to Everton. He helped United win the FA Cup in 1983 and 1985. After scoring 4 goals in 120 appearances for United (including 4 substitute appearances), he left the club for rivals Manchester City in 1986. During his two seasons at City, the club was relegated to the Second Division. He then moved to Stoke City and Darlington, and retired after seeing his final club relegated to the Football Conference.

Gidman had 1 cap for England.

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NAME	Gidman, John
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
SHORT DESCRIPTION	English footballer
DATE OF BIRTH	January 10, 1954
PLACE OF BIRTH	Liverpool, England
DATE OF DEATH
PLACE OF DEATH