Ian Wilkinson (footballer)

Ian Wilkinson (born 2 July 1973 in Warrington) was a professional footballer who made one appearance as a goalkeeper for Manchester United in the early 1990s.

He made his senior debut for Manchester United on 9 October 1991 in the second leg of their League Cup second round tie against Cambridge United; the match finished as a 1-1 draw, giving the Red Devils a 4–1 aggregate victory. They went on to win the competition that season.

He also played for Stockport County and Crewe Alexandra.[1] After sustaining a detached retina, he retired from football and trained to be a physiotherapist. He obtained his degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Salford in 1998.[2] He is now a qualified doctor and lives in Manchester. Wilkinson plays crown green bowls at County level and is a middle distance runner.

References

  1. ↑ "Goalie's post: Physio job for ex-Reds keeper". Bolton Evening News. Newsquest Media Group. 1998-10-22. Retrieved 2008-03-11.
  2. ↑ Graduation booklet 1998, p. 21, University of Salford

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