I was the same age in 1954 when Danny halted our slide in his first game at man City.0-0!As you all know Danny Blanchflower is the most successful captain in our history and steered the best team (to date) to glorious honours.
I was 14 when Danny signed for Spurs in 1954 so saw all of his career with us. He was a great footballer, witty & intelligent. I loved all that double side and chose the top man. Besides, Blanchflower is a lovely name....![]()
I remember reading that Arsenal's manager Tom Whittaker arrived at the Villa chairman's house to sign Danny but only offered 28,000.
Arthur Rowe offered 30,000 and that was that.
There was a funny side to this.Apparently when the Arsenal manager arrived he was seen into the living room.Arthur was shunted into the kitchen....not at the same time!
If Whittaker had offered 30,000..............?
So,the working mans Tottenham got their man and the travelers from Woolwich did not. AMEN!


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