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Alan Devonshire (Alan Ernest Devonshire) was born on 13 April, 1956 in Park Royal, England, is an England international footballer. Discover Alan Devonshire's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 67 years old?
| Popular As |
Alan Ernest Devonshire |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
67 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aries |
| Born |
13 April, 1956 |
| Birthday |
13 April |
| Birthplace |
Park Royal, England |
| Nationality |
United Kingdom
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He is a member of famous footballer with the age 67 years old group.
Alan Devonshire Height, Weight & Measurements
At 67 years old, Alan Devonshire height is 5 ft 11 in .
| Physical Status |
| Height |
5 ft 11 in |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Alan Devonshire's Wife?
His wife is Christina P. Scott (m. 1975)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Christina P. Scott (m. 1975) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Alan Devonshire Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Alan Devonshire worth at the age of 67 years old? Alan Devonshire’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated Alan Devonshire's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
footballer |
Alan Devonshire Social Network
Timeline
Alan Ernest Devonshire (born 13 April 1956) is an English former professional footballer who is the current manager of Maidenhead United.
Devonshire signed for West Ham United in 1976 for a fee of £5,000.
"West Ham's best-ever buy", according to some.
Devonshire debuted for West Ham on 27 October 1976 in a League Cup tie against Queens Park Rangers, which West Ham lost 2–0.
He made his League debut three days later, on 30 October 1976, against West Bromwich Albion, where he played in a 3–0 defeat.
He soon became a fan favourite, referred to by his nickname "Dev".
His down-to-earth attitude was one to which the fans could relate.
He also enhanced his rapport with supporters by travelling to home games on the London Underground from his West London home.
He played 29 games in all competitions without scoring in his first season.
1976–77 was a poor season for West Ham, finishing 17th and only two points clear of relegation in the First Division.
The following season, 1977–78, saw Devonshire's first goals for the club in a 3–3 at Upton Park on 12 November 1977.
It also saw him play 38 games in all competitions, scoring three goals.
Unfortunately for West Ham, his efforts could not prevent relegation to the Second Division after they finished in 20th place.
The 1978–79 season saw West Ham rebuilding their side following relegation.
Devonshire was a regular in the team that finished 5th in the Second Division.
He played 41 out of a possible 42 league games and won the Hammer of the Season award.
West Ham failed to gain promotion again in the 1979–80 season.
He was a wide midfielder who played for West Ham United, with whom he won the FA Cup in 1980, and Watford, where he finished his career in 1992.
Devonshire won eight caps for England between 1980 and 1983.
He subsequently became a manager with Maidenhead United, Hampton & Richmond Borough and Braintree Town.
Born in Park Royal, then a part of Middlesex, Crystal Palace rejected Devonshire at age 14 for being too small.
He returned to Selhurst Park two years later and played a couple of youth team games but was again released by the club, this time by former West Ham player and Palace manager, Malcolm Allison.
Devonshire started playing for non-league Southall and caught the attention of League clubs such as Reading, Southampton, and Brentford.
By day, he worked as a fork-lift truck driver at the Hoover Factory in Perivale, Middlesex.
However, they did get to the 1980 FA Cup Final, where Devonshire collected an FA Cup winner's medal as West Ham beat the favourites, holders, and Cup Winners Cup finalists Arsenal 1–0 at Wembley with a Trevor Brooking header from a Devonshire cross.
Devonshire had scored in the semi-final replay at Elland Road in a 2–1 win against Everton.
In the 1980–81 season Devonshire's career flourished.
His partnership with Trevor Brooking formed the cornerstone of West Ham's push for promotion back to the First Division.
He also played in European football for the first time and was a member of the side which reached the 1981 League Cup Final.
He collected a Second Division title medal as they won promotion, losing only four games.
Devonshire continued to be a regular member of the West Ham side in the First Division until 7 January 1984.
Playing against Wigan Athletic in the FA Cup, he snapped three ligaments in his right knee.
He tried to make a comeback in March 1985 in two cup games against Wimbledon but again broke down.
It was 19 months from his first injury to his return to full fitness against Birmingham City on 17 August 1985.
His long spell out injured resulted in him losing some of his speed but still maintaining his ability to pass the ball well.
He made the final pass for several goals scored by teammates Tony Cottee and Frank McAvennie in the 1985–86 season as West Ham finished third in the First Division.
Injury struck Devonshire again in the first game of the 1987–88 season.
He snapped his Achilles tendon fifteen minutes into a match against Queens Park Rangers.
That forced him out of the game for over a year, and by the time of his return, the West Ham team were in decline.
