1975Wilkins made his name with boyhood club Chelsea, who he joined as an apprentice, progressing to his first-team debut against Norwich City at the age of 17 on 26 October 1973 as a substitute in a 3–0 home league win. In 1975, following the club’s relegation and the departure of many established players, the 18-year-old Wilkins was handed the captaincy of Chelsea by new manager Eddie McCreadie. Photograph: Getty Images

Source: The Guardian April 04, 2018 17:38 UTC