Enjoy these photo memories of Paul Butler in action for Leeds United. PIC: Tony Johnson

Enjoy these photo memories of Paul Butler in action for Leeds United. PIC: Tony Johnson

Paul Butler - Photo memories of a Leeds United captain

He was a first choice centre-back during manager Kevin Blackwell's reign.

By Andrew Hutchinson

Published 23rd Oct 2021, 11:30 BST

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Paul Butler was made captain shortly after signing for the Whites from Wolverhampton Wanderers in July 2004. He would go on to make 100 league appearances for Leeds United scoring four goals. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook

Sheffield United's Andy Gray shields the ball from Paul Butler during the Championship clash at Bramall Lane in August 2004.

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Sheffield United's Andy Gray shields the ball from Paul Butler during the Championship clash at Bramall Lane in August 2004. Photo: Getty

Paul Butler battles for the ball with Reading's Shaun Goater during the Championship clash at the Madejski Stadium in October 2004.

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Paul Butler battles for the ball with Reading's Shaun Goater during the Championship clash at the Madejski Stadium in October 2004. Photo: Getty

Paul Butler in action during the Championship clash against Rotherham United at Millmoor in November 2004.

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Paul Butler in action during the Championship clash against Rotherham United at Millmoor in November 2004. Photo: Getty

Paul Butler tackles West Ham United's Marlon Harewood during the Championship clash at Upton Park in December 2004.

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Paul Butler tackles West Ham United's Marlon Harewood during the Championship clash at Upton Park in December 2004. Photo: Getty

Paul Butler rises high with Derby County's Grzegorz Rasiak during the Championship clash at Pride Park in January 2005.

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Paul Butler rises high with Derby County's Grzegorz Rasiak during the Championship clash at Pride Park in January 2005. Photo: Getty

Paul Butler and West Ham United striker fight for control of the ball during the Championship clash at Elland Road in February 2005.

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Paul Butler and West Ham United striker fight for control of the ball during the Championship clash at Elland Road in February 2005. Photo: Getty

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