John Richardson (20 April 1945 – January 2017) was an English professional footballer who played as a right back, most notably for Derby County.
Richardson started out as an apprentice at Derby County before signing his first professional contract in April 1962, around his 17th birthday.
[2] Richardson would play a part in Derby's 1968–69 Second Division title victory under Brian Clough,[3] however by this time his appearances in the first team were limited[4] Richardson would make his final appearance for Derby in 2–1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur on 7 April 1971.
[5] Richardson made 133 total appearances for Derby scoring 5 goals in his time at the club.
[1][3] Richardson would then join Notts County in July 1971,[5] where he stay for one season making two league appearances.