Bontcho Guentchev

Bontcho Guentchev Date of Birth: Jul 7, 1964

Experienced, skilful, two-footed Bulgarian international Bontcho signed for Ipswich from Sporting Lisbon for £250,000 to a great fanfare in 1992. He became a cult hero at Portman Road due to his heroics in helping Bulgaria through to the 1994 World Cup semi-finals but often flattered to deceive in the blood and thunder of English football.

Moving to Terry Westley’s Luton in 1995 he played in a side doomed to relegation and was often asked to turn out up front when his best position was out wide. He failed to make an impact in Division Two and was handed a free transfer in 1997.

After moving around the London non-League circuit Bontcho coached Hendon before managing in Bulgaria.