Forty years ago today (29 September 1985) it was reported that Manchester United’s winger Peter Barnes was being considered for a place in Bobby Robson’s England. The former City player had dropped out of the England squad a few years earlier but, as this report shows, his form for United brought him back in contention for an England place.
Sadly, injury ended the prospect for the talented winger.
You can read Peter’s story in the authorised biography I have written on him. It covers every aspect of his career. Details here:
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