Before, during & after Southend
Full-back Dean Austin was signed from St Albans City in March 1990 and helped the Shrimpers climb two divisions in two seasons. After 109 competitive appearances and three goals, his performances earned a move to Tottenham Hotspur in 1992.
St Albans' own historical records document both the original £14,000 transfer and the substantial later sell-on payment.

