Northumberland-born striker Christie was top-scorer during Jock Wallace's first season at the club. He was given his debut at a young age, perhaps too young on reflection, as the weight of responsibility began to weigh heavy on his shoulders and have an impact on his performances. It meant his development at City his the buffers somewhat, and it was only when he moved to Notts County in 1979 that he truly kicked-on in his career.
Typically, Christie bagged a hat-trick against City for the Magpies in Leicester's first game back in the First Division in 1983-84 and his performances caught the eye of Nottingham Forest boss Brian Clough, who took him to the red side of the city for £165,000. He went on to play for clubs including Derby County, Manchester City and Walsall.