Dennis Allen (footballer)

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Dennis James Allen (2 March 1939 – August 1995) was an English football star.

Born in Dagenham, Allen represented Charlton Athletic (1956-1961), Reading (1961-1970) and Bournemouth (1970-1971) as an inside-forward. He scored 89 goals in 358 league appearances. Dennis went on to be Player Manager at Cheltenham Town.

His brother Les, son Martin and nephews Bradley, Clive and Paul Allen all played football professionally. Not forgetting Stevenage wonderkid Oliver Allen.