Career
He later played non-league football for Southport, Northwich Victoria, Chorley and Hyde United. Ryan started his career with Manchester United. Whilst with the "Red Devils" he was sent on loan to Portuguese Vale in January 1976, as cover for John Connaughton.
He made his debut in a 2–1 defeat by Swindon Town at the County Ground on 17 January, but returned to Old Trafford later that month.
Ryan was never handed his debut by Tommy Docherty, and later left United to play for non-league sides Southport, Northwich Victoria, Chorley and Hyde United. He later did charity work on behalf of Manchester United.
