He turned professional in August 1996, and made his league debut came on 4 May 1997 when he replaced Jeremy Illingworth as a second-half substitute in the goalless draw at home to Swindon Town.
He became a professional in August 1996, and made his league debut on May 4, 1997 when he substituted Jeremy Illingworth as a second-half replacement in the goalless draw against Swindon Town.