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Joe Jordan - Manchester United forward - Player profile & stats |
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| Name: Joseph "Joe" Jordan |
Nationality: Scotland |
| Position: forward |
Signing Information: Transferred from: Leeds United, 04/01/1978, £350,000 |
| Birthdate: 15-12-1951 |
Years at Club: 1977-1981 |
| Age: (73) |
Debut: 20/01/1978 v West Ham United (H) 2-2 (League Division One) |
| Birthplace: Carluke, Scotland |
Previous clubs: Greenock Morton, Leeds United |
| Height: 5' 11" (1.80m) |
Farewell to Manchester United: Transferred to AC Milan, 07/1981, £325,000 |
| Weight: 11st 3lbs (71.2kg) |
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Joe Jordan is a former Scottish footballer, coach, and manager, widely known for his powerful presence on the field, his tough, no-nonsense attitude, and his contributions to club and country over a lengthy career. Though he never gained the international prominence of some of his contemporaries, Jordan's legacy in Scottish football remains significant. Born in Cleland, Scotland, He began his professional career at Morton, and moved to Leeds United in 1970. His time in the Scottish league helped him develop his distinctive style—strong, physical, and a capable finisher in front of goal.
Jordan's career truly took off when he moved south to England to play for Leeds United in 1970 in a transfer that cost Leeds £15,000. he became part of the legendary Leeds team that won the First Division title in 1974-75 and played in two European finals of 1973 & 1975. Jordan played as a striker, known for his tenacity, physicality, and ability to score crucial goals. His partnership with the likes of Allan Clarke and Peter Lorimer helped Leeds to maintain their status as one of England's top clubs.
On 04/01/1978, Jordan made the bold decision to leave Leeds United for Manchester United in a £350,000 deal making 121 appearances and scoring 41 goals in 4 seasons. Although Joe never won silverware at Old Trafford the hard as granite Scot was a runner up in the 1979 FA Cup Final, where he was a starting striker.
After his 4 years in England at Old Trafford, Jordan was sold to AC Milan, 07/1981, for £325,000. The move to Serie A was part of the wave of English players seeking to test themselves in Europe, and Jordan adapted well to the more technical, defensively-oriented Italian style of play. His time at Milan was relatively short, but it helped to broaden his reputation as a versatile and hard-working forward.
After his short time at Milan Jordan continued his Italian adventure with Hellas Verona before returning to England having stints with Southampton before his final club as a player even trying out & getting a taste of manager when he became player manager for Bristol City.
International Career
Jordan was also a key figure for the Scotland national team, earning 52 caps and scoring 11 goals between 1975 and 1981. He was a vital part of the squad during Scotland's campaigns in major international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite Scotland’s inability to advance past the group stages of these tournaments during his time, Jordan's physical play and combative style earned him a respected place in the national team.
Transition to Coaching and Management
After retiring as a player in 1989, Joe Jordan shifted his focus to coaching and management. His managerial career included several notable stints, primarily in England with Bristol City, Heart of Midlothian, Stoke City & Bristol City for a second time finally finishing with two spells as caretaker manager at Portsmouth.
Jordan’s playing style has often been compared to that of other classic strikers—he had an eye for goal and a physical presence that made him a nightmare for defenders. His dedication to his craft and his passion for the game cemented his place in the hearts of fans who watched him throughout his career.
After retiring from active management, Jordan continued to remain a respected figure in football, with occasional appearances in media and football-related events. Known as a quiet but determined character, he was beloved by many for his integrity and no-frills approach to the game. Jordan has also been inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame. |
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Season
Goals |
Season
Apps |
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1977-1978 |
3 |
14 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
16 |
| 2 |
1978-1979 |
6 |
30 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
5 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
10 |
37 |
| 3 |
1979-1980 |
13 |
32 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
13 |
36 |
| 4 |
1980-1981 |
15 |
33 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
15 |
37 |
| TOTALS |
37 |
109 |
2 |
4 |
2 |
12 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
41 |
126 |
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