In management he transformed Leeds United from Second Division also-rans into one of the most feared club sides in Europe, in the late 1960s and early 1970s. His remarkable achievements with the club were recognised with three Manager of the Year awards, an OBE and the England manager's job, which he eventually left controversially to take up a role in the Middle East.
He elevated Leeds United from Second Division also-rans into one of Europe's most feared clubs during the late 1960s and early 1970s. His remarkable accomplishments with the club were recognized with three Manager of the Year awards, an OBE, and the England manager's position, which he left in a tumultuous manner to pursue a role in the Middle East.