The Sunderland-born defender was plagued by injury during his long spell at Newcastle, and only once completed a full season (in the promotion season of 1992/3). A shame because the lad had amazing talent, and went on to play for England, but once again it was his injury problems that cut his international career short.
He is one of a rare breed of Newcastle players who can boast playing for the Magpies over three decades (a common quiz question). He made his debut at Old Trafford and left in 2000 for Manchester City.
Who played for Newcastle during the 1960's/1970s/1980s?
Who played for Newcastle during the 1970's/1980s/1990s?
Both answers on Friday.