Despite moving from Sheffield United to WBA for £100,000, Ian struggled in his early days and it was not until he joined Peterborough that he became a first team regular. He then joined the Cobblers, and after a spell in midfield, he moved up front and became a great crowd favourite with his goals. He fitted in well with Graham Carr's side, but he later lost his place and started a merry go round of clubs. He helped Southend to promotion, but was with Luton when they went down. Ian quit league football in 1996, but still gave good service for another seven clubs. He later became Manager of Worboys Town, while working for the Royal Mail.

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