He turned professional in July 1971, made his debut in a 3–1 win against Coventry City in the First Division on 30 September 1972, and scored his first goal for the club against the same opponents on 24 August 1974.
He began playing professionally in July 1971, made his debut in a match against Coventry City in the First Division on September 30, 1972, and scored his first goal for the club against them on August 24, 1974.