John Ridley (footballer)

John Ridley (27 April 1952 – 3 May 2020) was an English footballer. He had a twelve-year professional career in the English Football League. He played for Port Vale and Chesterfield, as well as Leicester City. 
He also played for non-league Stafford Rangers and for American side Fort Lauderdale Strikers.
Ridley was born in Consett, County Durham. He died on 3 May 2020, aged 68.