 Perkins became the Reds number 1 when he took over from Matt McQueen, who had often played in outfield positions.Harry Storer started the first 11 games during the 1899-00 season but Perkins took over and remained first choice until 1903 when he shared the duties with Peter Platt.Perkins was an ever present between the sticks when Liverpool won their first ever Football League First Division title in 1900–01.