He made his league debut on 6 March 1976 against Birmingham City. In 1976, West Ham loaned him to the Hartford Bicentennials of the North American Soccer League.
He entered the professional ranks for the first time on 6 March 1976 against Birmingham City. In 1976, he was temporarily reassigned to the Hartford Bicentennials of the North American Soccer League as part of West Ham's efforts to develop his skills.