Samuel Percy Cookson (17 January 1891 – 1974)[1] was an English footballer. His regular position was as a defender. He was born in Shrewsbury.[2] [3] He played for Manchester United and Bargoed Town.
He served in the Labour Corps in the First World War.[4] He worked as a tanner[5] and later a master tailor.[6] He died in Shrewsbury, aged 83.[1]