Full name Gavin Oliver 1979–1980 Sheffield Wednesday Place of birth Felling, England Name Gavin Oliver | Height 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) Role Racing driver Playing position | |
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Date of birth (1962-09-06) 6 September 1962 (age 53) | ||
Gavin Ronald Oliver (born 6 September 1962) is an English former professional footballer who played as a central defender.
Career
Oliver played for Sheffield Wednesday, Tranmere Rovers, Brighton & Hove Albion and Bradford City.
He began his career as a centre forward but switched to playing as a central defender following an injury to a player in that position in a youth match. He joined Sheffield Wednesday's groundstaff in July 1979, and turned professional in August 1980. After loan spells at Tranmere Rovers and Brighton & Hove Albion he signed for Bradford City for £20,000 in November 1985.
After retiring as a player, in November 2007 he was working as Sunderland's recruitment officer.
References
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