In 1974, Alfie Conn, a Rangers midfielder, anticipated a move to Manchester United after a fallout with his manager. However, unbeknownst to him, he ended up at Tottenham Hotspur instead. Upon arrival, Conn was welcomed by Bill Nicholson, and he quickly agreed to sign with Spurs. During his three years at Tottenham, he became a beloved figure, earning the nickname 'King of White Hart Lane'. Despite a bright start, including a hat-trick on his debut, Conn later fell out of favor and faced the prospect of returning to Glasgow, this time potentially signing with Celtic.
I'd spoken to Tommy Docherty the week before and it was agreed that I'd join Manchester United, but then... imagine my surprise when... Welcome to Tottenham.'
As soon as I met Bill Nicholson... I said, Where do I sign?' He was a top manager; one of the few who had a special aura which commanded respect.
During his three years at Tottenham, Conn became a fan favourite, earning the moniker 'King of White Hart Lane', despite only making 35 appearances.
I soon fell out of favour at Tottenham, however, with a return to Glasgow on the cards in 1977. It was Celtic, rather than Rangers, who wanted him.
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