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Herbert Broomfield

Herbert Broomfield

Clubs played for: Bolton Wanderers, Manchester United, Manchester City (1902-1910).

Born: 1878

Birthplace: Audlem, Cheshire

Position: Goalkeeper

Biography: One of two new goalkeepers brought in by Manchester United for the 1908 title winning season but only saw action in nine games and very few reserve games. As a result, Herbert looked for a move to Hyde Road at the end of the season. Was secretary of the Players' Union in its inception, was a landscape gardener by trade but went into business painting and decorating in Northwich.




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