Hughes signed professional terms with Manchester United and made his debut against Oxford in 1983.

Hughes joined Barcelona in a £2.3 million deal but was loaned out to Bayern Munich due to failing to settle.

Hughes returned to Manchester United and was part of the team that won the inaugural Premiership title and the FA Cup double in 1993-94.

Hughes signed for Chelsea and won his fourth FA Cup winner's medal in 1997.

Hughes moved to Southampton before the start of the 1998-99 season.

Hughes joined Everton on a 14-month deal but scored only one goal in 15 appearances.

Hughes joined Blackburn Rovers on a free transfer and helped them secure promotion to the Premiership.