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Andy Arnott

b. 1973

English association footballer (born 1973)

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Born 1973. Andy Arnott is a British association football player.

Andrew John Arnott (born 18 October 1973) is an English former footballer who played as a midfielder in the Football League, but also occasionally deputised as a forward. He began his career with Gillingham, later joining Manchester United on loan with a view to a permanent move, although he made no appearances. He subsequently played for Leyton Orient, Fulham, Brighton & Hove Albion and Colchester United in the Football League.

Career

Born in Chatham, Arnott began his career at nearby Gillingham, where he signed his first professional contract in May 1991. At the end of the 1991–92 season, after only 32 appearances and 8 goals, Arnott went on loan to Manchester United, specifically to play in the Blue Star youth tournament in Zurich. He started all United's games as they reached the final, scoring two of their six goals, before they lost 1–0 to FC Spartak Moscow. However, he did not join the club and returned to Gillingham for the start of the next season.

Leyton Orient signed Arnott in January 1996 for a fee fixed by tribunal at Β£10,000, a further Β£5,000 after 50 first team appearances and a 25 per cent sell-on clause. He made his debut against Darlington in February 1996 and made 54 League and cup appearances, scoring six goals. before transferring to Brighton & Hove Albion for Β£20,000 in October 1998. before a final move to Ashford Town (Kent). Second Division

1998–99

1999–2000

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1999–2000

1999–2000

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2001–02 Conference

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A. The "Other" column constitutes appearances and goals (including those as a substitute) in the Football League Trophy.

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Andrew John Arnott

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Andy Arnott?

English association footballer (born 1973)

When was Andy Arnott born?

Andy Arnott was born on 18 October 1973 in Chatham.

What is Andy Arnott's occupation?

Andy Arnott is an association football player.

What nationality is Andy Arnott?

Andy Arnott is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Andy Arnott

Β· Wikidata: Q4760377

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