John Middleton, British footballer, Died at 59

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John Middleton was born on December 24, 1956 and died on July 3, 2016.

He was an English football goalkeeper.

John played for Nottingham Forest and Derby County.

He started his career at Nottingham Forest.

Middleton has played over 90 games for the club between 1974 and 1977.

When he was replaced in goal by Peter Shilton, Middleton was sold to Derby County as part of an exchange deal for Archie Gemmill.

John Middleton played 73 league games for Derby before he was forced to retire due to injury.

John Middleton passed away at 59 years old.