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competed in the

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and

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in the 1989–90 season.

Overview

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. November saw a new signing from

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, striker Hans Gillhaus, join for a record transfer fee of £650,000. The Dutchman made an immediate impact by scoring twice on his debut against

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. In May 1990, Aberdeen won the Scottish Cup for the seventh time after a penalty shoot-out victory over

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following a 0–0 draw. Two Aberdeen players won player-of-the-year awards:

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won the Scottish Football Writers' Player of the Year award and

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was voted Scottish Professional Footballers' Association Players' Player of the Year.

Results

Scottish Premier Division

Final standings

Scottish League Cup

Scottish Cup

UEFA Cup

Squad

Appearances & Goals

References

AFC Heritage Trust
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