Career
Attley played in either defence or midfield. In Wales
He joined Swansea City in February 1979 for £20,000 and played for them in the First Division. However Attley was unable to hold down a starting place in the team at this higher level and fell out of favour.
In February 1982 he left the club to join Derby County in a £25,000.
Derby
He made his Derby debut against Leicester City on 6 February 1982 and altogether made 55 appearances for the Baseball Ground side. He also spent part of the 1982-1983 season on loan at Oxford United.
Non-league
Attley left the Football League in the 1984 close season to sign for Gresley Rovers and made his debut for the club in August against Oldswinford. He remained with the club until 1986 when he joined Stapenhill for a time.
Attley left the game following his retirement and settled in Rhoose where he works in floor tiling.