Nicky Butt English footballer, defensive midfielder. Date of Birth: 21.01.1975 Country: Great Britain

1. Nicky Butt - English Footballer and Midfielder
2. Career at Manchester United
3. Move to Newcastle United and Loan Spells
4. International Career
5. Return to Newcastle United

Nicky Butt - English Footballer and Midfielder

Nicky Butt is an English footballer who played as a midfielder. He was born in Manchester in 1975 and was a product of the Manchester United youth academy. Butt trained alongside football stars such as David Beckham, Paul Scholes, and Gary Neville during his time at the club.

Career at Manchester United

Butt became a key player for Manchester United in the 1994/95 season. He spent a total of 11 seasons at the club, winning six league titles, four FA Cups, and a Champions League trophy. However, in the 2000s, Butt struggled to maintain his place in the team and requested to leave the club.

Move to Newcastle United and Loan Spells

In the summer of 2004, Butt transferred to Newcastle United. The club had high hopes for him, but injuries prevented him from fully showcasing his talents. During the 2005/06 season, Butt was loaned to Birmingham City, where he criticized the team's manager, Steve Bruce, for his squad selection policy. Despite the controversy, Butt returned to Newcastle United after Birmingham City was relegated from the Premier League.

International Career

Butt represented the England national team, earning 39 caps. He participated in the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Japan and South Korea, appearing in four matches. Butt was also included in the squad for the 2004 UEFA European Championship, but he did not play due to an injury. His last international match was a friendly against Spain in November 2004.

Return to Newcastle United

There were rumors of Butt joining Sunderland during the offseason, but he stayed with Newcastle United. In recent years, Butt has established himself as a regular player for the team. In the 2006/07 season, he featured in 31 out of 38 matches, starting 27 of them. He has also been a consistent presence in the team in the current season, with only three absences due to yellow card accumulation as of March 9th.

Overall, Nicky Butt has had a successful career in English football, representing top clubs and earning international caps. Despite facing challenges, he has managed to make a significant impact on the field.