Tough-tackling midfielder and Class of '92 graduate who was a key part of Manchester United's dominance in the late 1990s.
Nicholas Butt was born in Gorton, Manchester on 21 January 1975. A product of Manchester United's famous youth academy alongside Beckham, Scholes, and the Neville brothers, Butt was a tenacious central midfielder who provided energy and steel. He made 387 appearances for United, winning six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and the Champions League in 1999. Pelé named him as one of the 125 greatest living footballers in 2004. He moved to Newcastle United in 2004, spending five seasons at St James' Park before a brief spell in China with South China and retirement. He earned 39 England caps and was part of the 2002 World Cup squad, where he impressed in midfield.
Being part of Manchester United's Class of '92
He was named in Pelé's FIFA 100 list of the 125 greatest living footballers in 2004.
Did You Know?How They Played
Defensive midfielder known for his work rate, tackling and passing ability
Lasting Impact
Key member of Manchester United's golden generation and treble-winning team
Career Honours
- Premier League 6x
- Champions League 1999
- FA Cup 3x
- Premier League 1996
- Premier League 1997
- Premier League 1999
- Premier League 2000
- Premier League 2001
- Premier League 2003
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester United | 1992–2004 | 387 | 1 | #18 |
| Newcastle United | 2004–2008 | 155 | 7 | #8 |
| South China | 2009–2010 | 7 | 0 | #8 |
 England | — | 39 | — | — |