Croft started out as a young pro playing for Grimsby Town in 1992, and his decent performances earned respect from Premiership teams, and in 1996 Blackburn Rovers payed Grimsby £1.6 million for his services.
Croft started out as a young pro playing for Grimsby Town in 1992, and his decent performances earned respect from Premiership teams. His versatility and composure on the ball led to a transfer in 1996 to Blackburn Rovers who paid Grimsby £1.6 million for his services.