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Brian Greenhoff was born on 28 April, 1953 in Barnsley, England, is an English footballer. Discover Brian Greenhoff'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 60 years old?

Popular As Brian Greenhoff
Occupation N/A
Age 60 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born 28 April 1953
Birthday 28 April
Birthplace Barnsley, England
Date of death 22 May, 2013
Died Place Rochdale, England
Nationality United Kingdom

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Brian Greenhoff Height, Weight & Measurements

At 60 years old, Brian Greenhoff height is 5ft 9in and Weight 151 lbs.

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Height 5ft 9in
Weight 151 lbs
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Brian Greenhoff Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Brian Greenhoff worth at the age of 60 years old? Brian Greenhoff’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated Brian Greenhoff's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1953

Brian Greenhoff (28 April 1953 – 22 May 2013) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for Manchester United, Leeds United and Rochdale.

He was capped 18 times for England.

Greenhoff was born in Barnsley, and as a youngster played for Yorkshire Schoolboys.

1973

He joined Manchester United as a youth player in August 1968, and made his first-team debut against Ipswich Town on 8 September 1973.

Greenhoff scored 17 goals in his Manchester United career and played 271 games between 1973 and 1979.

His brother, Jimmy, also played for Manchester United.

Greenhoff was brought to Manchester United as one of the last of the Busby Babes, scouted by Joe Armstrong - his childhood affinity with United, due to Barnsley born Tommy Taylor starring, played a huge role in persuading him to join the European Champions despite interest from the more local club Rotherham United, managed by Tommy Docherty.

A succession of injuries prevented him from making his debut as a teenager until Docherty took over at Old Trafford.

Upon greeting Greenhoff, Tommy exclaimed, "I've got you at last. The long way round, but I've got you at last."

Following his debut at Portman Road, Greenhoff was essentially an ever-present, one of the most vital components of Docherty's exciting young team.

Despite relegation in the 1973–74 season, Greenhoff's performances had been one of the few plusses, causing him to be named the Supporters Player of the Season.

Though used more often in midfield, Greenhoff was more comfortable playing at centre half - due to his talent on the ball and willingness to work hard for the team, he ended up being played in every position for the United first team - including in goal, when Alex Stepney was injured in a game at Birmingham City.

Eventually Greenhoff was moved back into his preferred centre half position - by accident, according to Docherty, as his team were chasing a goal in a cup tie - and the modern United centre half was born.

1974

1974-1975

1976

Disappointment in the 1976 FA Cup Final, where the image of a tearful Greenhoff being consoled by his manager became an iconic one, was followed by the best season of the player's career in 1976–77.

A man of the match performance against Ajax in the UEFA Cup came in a strong start to the season, where he also became a regular at the heart of the defence in the England national team.

Greenhoff played four times for the England under 23 team, scoring once and made his debut for England on 8 May 1976 in a 1–0 win at Ninian Park, Cardiff against Wales.

1977

He helped Manchester United win the 1977 FA Cup, by which time he had developed a partnership with Martin Buchan in central defence.

He was very versatile, starting his career as a midfielder and finishing it as a centre back of international class.

In the 1977 FA Cup Final, it is commonly agreed that Greenhoff was the man of the match.

1979

Greenhoff left for Leeds United in 1979 for £350,000, which at the time was a record transfer for anyone leaving Manchester United.

1980

His last game came on 31 May 1980 in a friendly against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney.

Following his retirement from the professional game, Greenhoff coached semi-professionally at a local level and was also able to dedicate some time to his other sporting love, cricket, at a semi-professional level for Norden.

His match-winning exploits in a local rivalry game against Heywood made the local press.

After his retirement altogether from playing sports, Greenhoff was regularly seen in the media giving his thoughts on Manchester United.

1982

He was given a free transfer when Leeds were relegated in 1982.

During his time with Leeds there had been concerns expressed about his weight.

1983

He returned to the game as player-coach at Rochdale after his brother had been appointed player-manager in 1983.

1984

He left the club when Jimmy was sacked in March 1984 but stayed in the area.

He won 18 caps for England, and appeared once for England B.

2012

In 2012, he released his autobiography, GREENHOFF! with the title dedicated to the chant that was given to him by the Stretford End.

2013

On 22 May 2013, Greenhoff died at his home in Rochdale, England.

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