Career
Born in Dundee, Fenton began his career with Scottish junior side Lochee Harp. In 1946, at the age of 17, he signed professional forms with. He made his Seasiders debut at Bloomfield Road two years later, in September 1948, as understudy to skipper Harry Johnston.
In 1952-1953, his patience was rewarded when he appeared regularly in the first team
In 1956, Fenton was named club captain. Fenton had a transfer request turned down in 1958, but in May of 1959, he was released, and joined Wrexham for a small fee.
He spent just over a year at the Racecourse Ground, although a serious injury almost ended his career. At the start of the 1960-1961 season, Fenton joined Irish club as player/manager, the same season they played in the European Cup.
He played in the 1965-1966 European Cup Winners" Cup against PFC CSKA Sofia.
In 1967, he moved north of the border to become manager of. Three years later, however, he returned to, this time as full-time manager. As a player As a manager.