Derek McInnes

Football manager and player

Derek McInnes - Football manager and player
Born

July 5th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Scotland

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Started a playing career as a midfielder, representing clubs including Greenock Morton, St. Johnstone, and Aberdeen. Transitioned into management, taking charge of teams such as St. Johnstone, where a League Cup victory was secured in 2014, and Aberdeen, leading them to consistent top finishes in the Scottish Premiership. Continued to develop a reputation in coaching after a beneficial tenure at both clubs.

Played for Aberdeen from 2000 to 2003

Managed St. Johnstone to a League Cup title in 2014

Managed Aberdeen securing top league finishes

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