John Colin Foster (born 19 September 1973) is an English football manager and former professional footballer who played as a defender. Career Foster began his career with Manchester City, playing several season in the Premier League. He later played in the Football League for Carlisle United and Bury before turning out at non-league level with Hyde United, Mossley, Trafford, Radcliffe Borough and Salford City. He spent a brief spell in charge of Salford in 2005. References Since 1888... The Searchable Premiership and Football League Player Database (subscription required) Mossley Player A-Z 1973 births Living people English footballers Association football defenders Premier League players Manchester City F.C. players Carlisle United F.C. players Bury F.C. players Hyde United F.C. players Salford City F.C. managers English football managers Mossley A.F.C. players Trafford F.C. players Radcliffe F.C. players Salford City F.C. players