Martin Buchan

Martin McLean Buchan (born 6 March 1949) is a Scottish former professional footballer who played as a centre back.

Buchan left the club in August 1983 after injuries caught up with him, signing for Oldham Athletic on a free transfer.

Buchan won 34 caps for Scotland, making his international debut in 1971 against Portugal and his last appearance in 1978 against the same country.

On 22 June 1985, Buchan was appointed manager of Burnley, who had just been relegated to the Fourth Division for the first time in their history – 25 years after being league champions.

[7] Buchan's brother George[8] and father Martin senior[9] both played for Aberdeen, the latter only in unofficial competitions during World War II.