Age, Biography and Wiki
Derek Parkin was born on 2 January, 1948 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, is an English footballer. Discover Derek Parkin'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 76 years old?
| Popular As |
Derek Parkin |
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N/A |
| Age |
76 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Capricorn |
| Born |
2 January, 1948 |
| Birthday |
2 January |
| Birthplace |
Newcastle upon Tyne, England |
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He is a member of famous footballer with the age 76 years old group.
Derek Parkin Height, Weight & Measurements
At 76 years old, Derek Parkin height is 5ft 10in .
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| Height |
5ft 10in |
| Weight |
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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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Derek Parkin Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Derek Parkin worth at the age of 76 years old? Derek Parkin’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from . We have estimated Derek Parkin'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 |
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Timeline
Derek Parkin (born 2 January 1948) is an English former football player who made a record number of appearances for Wolverhampton Wanderers (609).
He also played for Huddersfield Town and Stoke City as well as the England under-23 national side
Parkin made his Football League debut on 7 November 1964 for Huddersfield Town against Bury, aged 16.
In February 1968, he became at the time the most expensive full-back in Britain when he joined First Division side Wolves for £80,000.
He made his club debut on 24 February 1968 against his hometown side Newcastle United.
Over 14 years at Molineux, he made a record number of senior appearances – 609, including 501 league games, also a club record.
He played 50 or more competitive matches in a season for Wolves no fewer than five times – another record – and in seasons 1968–69 and 1969–70, he took part in every single league and cup match played by the club.
The full-back made five appearances for the England U23 side between 1969 and 1971.
He was called up to the full team in 1971 for a European Championship qualifier in Malta, but did not appear in the match.
He appeared in two Wembley Cup finals, collecting a winner's medal each time as Wolves won the League Cup in both 1974 and 1980, and also earned a Second Division championship medal in 1976–77.
His long service saw him receive a testimonial match in 1979 and become one of the initial inductees into the club's Hall of Fame.
He played ten matches for Stoke in 1981–82 and the played in 35 matches in 1982–83 before retiring from playing football.
Parkin ended his 15-season spell at Wolves by joining Stoke City on a free transfer in March 1982.
After his footballing career ended in May 1983, he moved into landscape gardening.
He has also been involved in charity work in Wolverhampton.
