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Arthur Ferridge

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Chelsea and scotland legend eddie mccreadie dies aged 85 | History Defined

Eddie McCreadie 1940-2026 - (Getty Images)

Former Chelsea player and manager Eddie McCreadie has passed away, aged 85.

The Glaswegian full-back first joined Chelsea in 1962, signing from East Stirlingshire for just £5,000, and went on to spend 11 years at Stamford Bridge.

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