Francis Henry Lee, popularly known as Franny Lee, was an esteemed English professional footballer who
played as a striker. He was best known for playing for Bolton Wanderers, Manchester City, Derby County
and the England national team in a career that spanned from the 1960s to the early 1980s. Lee began
his football journey at Bolton Wanderers, where he made his professional debut in 1962. He quickly
established himself as a formidable forward. His performances caught the attention of Manche... moreFrancis Henry Lee, popularly known as Franny Lee, was an esteemed English professional footballer who
played as a striker. He was best known for playing for Bolton Wanderers, Manchester City, Derby County
and the England national team in a career that spanned from the 1960s to the early 1980s. Lee began
his football journey at Bolton Wanderers, where he made his professional debut in 1962. He quickly
established himself as a formidable forward. His performances caught the attention of Manchester City,
and in 1967, he made a high-profile transfer to the club, marking the beginning of an illustrious period in
his career. During his time at Manchester City, Lee made a significant impact, helping the team achieve
numerous successes. He played a pivotal role in the club's 1967-68 First Division title triumph, 1969 FA
Cup victory, promotion to the First Division in the 1974-75 season and League Championship medals.
Lee also represented the English national team. He earned six caps and scored two goals for England,
showcasing his talents on the international stage. Following his retirement from professional football in
1976, Lee transitioned into various roles within the sport. He served as a club director for Manchester
City and later became the chairman of the club. He scored more than 200 goals in his career, and in
2010, he was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame.
