Gary McAllister was recruited after Vinnie Jones’ departure and added a touch of finesse and class to the midfield unit featuring Gordon Strachan, David Batty and the late Gary Speed. That foursome were highly influential in the title-winning season of 1991-92 and McAllister alone contributed with significant goals away at West Ham and Tottenham Hotspur as Leeds pipped Manchester United to the First Division title. McAllister played 294 games for the Whites during six seasons, two of which were as captain, scoring 45 goals. READ MORE: David Batty in focus - 12 memories of a Leeds United enforcer | Gordon Strachan - 12 memories of a Leeds United cult hero
1. Gary McAllister in action
Gary McAllister battles with Arsenal's Andy Linighan during the First Division clash at Elland Road in September 1991. The Whites battled back to draw 2-2 with the Gunners. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
2. Gary McAllister in focus
Gary McAllister celebrates scoring against Liverpool at Elland Road in August 1992. The game finished 2-2. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
3. Gary McAllister in focus
Gary McAllister hunts down Manchester United's Mark Hughes during the Premier League clash at Old Trafford in September 1992. Photo: Getty
4. Gary McAllister in focus
Gary McAllister scores from the penalty spot against Everton at Elland Road in September 1992. Leeds won 2-0. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
5. Gary McAllister in focus
Gary McAlllister celebrates scoring from the penalty spot against VfB Stuttgart during the European Cup first round second leg in September 1992. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
6. Gary McAllister in focus
Gary McAllister celebrates scoring against Arsenal at Elland Road in December 1993. Leeds won 2-1. Photo: Varley Picture Agency