About Leslie Johnston
Lived 1920 – 2001 (aged 81). Leslie Johnston was a British association football player.
Club career Johnston was born in Glasgow. He moved to Clyde from Clydebank Juniors in December 1941 before joining Hibernian in February 1947 for £10,000, a then Scottish football transfer record. However, he rejoined Clyde just eight months later for the same transfer fee. He joined Celtic the following year for £12,000, another Scottish transfer record. He remained with Celtic for just one year, before moving to English club Stoke City for £9,000.
Career statistics Club
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Honours Clyde Glasgow Cup: 1946–47
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Leslie Johnston?
Scottish footballer (1920-2001)
When was Leslie Johnston born?
Leslie Johnston was born on 16 August 1920 in Glasgow.
When did Leslie Johnston die?
Leslie Johnston died on 19 October 2001 in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
What was Leslie Johnston's occupation?
Leslie Johnston was an association football player.
What nationality was Leslie Johnston?
Leslie Johnston was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Leslie Johnston. https://biography.guide/leslie-johnston/
MLA: "Leslie Johnston." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/leslie-johnston/.
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