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Appointed captain, he helped reach the League One play-offs and win the Football League Trophy in 2005-06. He moved to Scunthorpe United in July 1958 and was leading marksman in 1959-60, joining Cardiff City in exchange for Joe Bonson in June 1960. Former Welsh Amateur international midfielder Phil Raybould was a member of Billy Lucas' squad at the Vetch Field. He also helped Swansea qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, moving to Cheltenham Town in October 2002. He spent the next 12 seasons playing his senior football at a host of clubs such as Hanover 96, Hertha Berlin and Red Bull Salzburg. He joined Hartlepool United in 2001 where he tasted first team action for the first time, moving on to Cambridge United, Boston United, Stockport County, Wycombe Wanderers, Plymouth Argyle and Millwall before joining the Swans on loan in December 2010. Sold to Scunthorpe United for 40,000 in December 1995, he moved via Hull City to Chesterfield for 50,000 in November 1999. Scoring 53 goals in 247 League games, he moved to QPR in November 1983. He played for Wales against England in 1941-42 and Scotland in 1945-46, netting five goals in 36 League games for Swansea before being sold to Plymouth Argyle for 7,500 in October 1947. Featuring in two Welsh Cup final triumphs, he scored twice in 42 League games prior to joining Hartlepool in November 1983. He made his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at home to AFC Bournemouth the following month and played nine Third Division games as Nick Cusack's side made a poor start to the season. Former Welsh Youth goalkeeper Chris Sander featured in Swansea City's 1983 Welsh Cup final triumph. He resided in Swansea until his death in February 2005. IDWAL JONESYoung outside-right Idwal Jones briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1946-47 season. Striker Dean Holdsworth had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 1988-89 campaign. After a short stay at Molineux, the striker is now a regular at Championship side Ipswich. BRYAN WADEFast striker Bryan Wade scored in Swansea City's 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph. He netted 60 goals in 148 Second Division games for Swansea prior to joining Tottenham Hotspur in April 1956. Although the Swans would go on and lose 4-0 to the future Premier League champions, the team and Vorm, in particular, showed that there was cause for optimism for the rest of the campaign. Signing professional for Spurs in May 1977, he starred in two consecutive FA Cup final triumphs and scored in their 1984 UEFA Cup final success. From here he was loaned out again, first to Southampton and then to Leeds United in February 2008. Sold to Bury for 20,000 in August 1993, he was a promotion winner in 1995-96 and joined Ipswich Town in August 1997. He helped Latics win the Third Division title in 1996-97, then qualify for the Second Division play-offs three times. He helped Swansea reserves win the London Combination Cup in 1947 and West Wales Senior Cup twice, making his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 victory at home to Swindon in October 1947. Initially with hometown Maerdy, 'Tiger' joined Plymouth Argyle in February 1938 and had spells with Newry Town and Aberaman before serving as a PT instructor in the RAF. Chico - full nameJose Manuel Flores Moreno - started his professional career withhometown club Cadiz, he went on to have spells with Portuense, Barcelona B, Almeria, Genoa and Mallorca before heading to South Wales. Moving to Haverfordwest in December 1989, the Welsh Semi-Pro international later played for Aberwystwyth, Haverfordwest again and Barry Town. Following a trial with Cardiff City, during which time he played against the Swans in a Combination match, he joined Merthyr Tydfil in July 2005. He had spells with Hyde United and Connah's Quay Nomads prior to joining Barry Town in June 1995 and helped them win the League of Wales title in two consecutive seasons. Duffy signed on loan for the Swans from Hull in February 2007 season, scoring five goals in five starts. He moved to Barry Town in July 1957, then played for Caerau and Carmarthen Town. Scoring once in 46 Second Division games, he resigned in August 1958 and subsequently managed Watford, Hendon, Bedford Town and Harrow Borough. SWANSEA CITY PAST PLAYERS (Post War) A-Z. TONY COTTEYWelsh Youth midfielder Tony Cottey briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1984-85 campaign. He was sold to Sheffield Wednesday for 50,000 in February 1975 and had a spell with Sparta Rotterdam before joining Stockport County in September 1978. He helped the reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1975-76 and featured in Swansea's 1977-78 promotion campaign, making eight League appearances before joining Bridgend Town in January 1978. 'Chopper' starred as the Swans qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93, netting 14 goals in 228 League games prior to joining Gillingham for 15,000 in August 1995. He returned to Ammanford in July 1969, then became player-manager of Clydach United. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in June 1949 and was twice ever-present, starring as Swansea took top-flight Sunderland to an FA Cup fifth round replay in 1954-55. Find out more about Wales' history through 10 iconic objects. Signing professional for Liverpool in December 1974, he made his First Division debut in place of Alan Hansen in their 3-1 win at home to West Brom in August 1979. TERRY BOYLEFormer Welsh international central defender Terry Boyle played for Swansea City during the 1989-90 campaign. He died in Bangor in April 1995. Helping them achieve a promotion and Welsh Cup 'double' in 1979-80, he was a ECWC quarter-finalist in 1980-81, then had a loan spell at Swindon Town. He died suddenly in Cardiff in April 1987. Vote up thebest soccer playersfrom Wales, and help decide who is the greatest Welshfootballer of all time. Still living in Swansea. The speedy winger impressed and attracted interest from a number of clubs. Signing professional for Tottenham Hotspur in July 1976, he gained top-flight experience and joined Newport County in September 1980. Previously with Leeds United, he moved to the Vetch Field in July 1986 and made 45 Fourth Division appearances for Swansea before being sold to Wimbledon for 100,000 in July 1987. His wing play was enough for German side Borussia Dortmund to purchase the player, but after only three starts he suffered an injury and had a prolonged period on the sidelines. He then became Coventry City's community officer. He joined Luton Town for 35,000 in August 1977 and reunited with John Toshack at the Vetch Field for a similar fee in September 1978. Making 140 League appearances before joining Plymouth Argyle for 7,500 in January 1965, he later played for Charlton Athletic and was a publican in Wolverhampton until his death in December 1992. LEN HILLFormer Welsh Youth midfielder Len Hill appeared for Swansea City during the 1970-71 campaign. An electrician at Pembroke Docks, he also had a sports shop and died in April 2003. Locally born, he was a prolific goalscorer for Star Athletic and Swansea Boys, appearing for Swansea's reserve team before becoming a part-time professional at the Vetch Field in August 1972. He netted 60 goals in 216 League games before being sold to Halifax Town for 12,000 in August 1973. A former Portsmouth amateur, he joined Yeovil Town in July 1963 and starred in their 1963-64 Southern League title triumph, moving to the Vetch Field for 1,000 in July 1964. He was twice leading marksman and was valued at 124,000 when he joined Swansea with John Hughes and Keith Walker in November 1989. Versatile defender Edgar Newell helped Swansea win the Third Division (South) title in 1948-49. Initially with Cardiff City, he joined Manchester United in May 1952 and helped the 'Busby Babes' win the League Championship two years running. He made his debut as a substitute in a 2-0 win over Gillingham and scored his only goal for the Swans in a 2-1 victory at Rotherham in Roberto Martinezs first game in charge. It took a 5.5m transfer to bringclassy midfielder Ki to the Liberty Stadium from Celtic in August 2012 where he became a regular in midfield and helped the club to a League Cup Final triumph at Wembley in an unfamiliar sweeper position. He turned professional in July 1998 and returned from loan spells at Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen to help Swansea win the West Wales Senior Cup in 2002. Vote up the best Welsh football players in history. LEE THORPEStriker Lee Thorpe helped Swansea City clinch promotion in 2004-05. He scored twice in Swansea's 3-2 win at home to Mansfield but failed to maintain a first-team slot behind Alan Curtis and made 11 League appearances overall before joining Merthyr in 1980. If number of caps are equal, the players are then listed alphabetically. He scored once in 106 appearances (one as sub) before being sold to Hull City for 300,000 in July 2006. After returning to south Wales, Morgan was once again loaned out to Port Talbot before moving to the continent and featuring in Spain with CF Balaguer. Initially with Evesham, he had spells with Cheltenham Town and Liverpool before moving to the Vetch Field in June 1939. Briefly with Finn Harps, he then had spells at Port Talbot, Llanelli, Afan Lido and Port Talbot again. Initially with Leeds United, he scored on his First Division debut and was swapped for Brighton's Andy Ritchie in March 1983. The Ireland international arrived in Swansea following success with both Plymouth Argyle and Barnsley featuring more than 100 times for each club. Signing professional for QPR in June 1969, he starred as they won promotion in 1972-73 and finished League Championship runners-up in 1975-76. Cayman Islands international striker Jamie Wood appeared for Swansea City during the 2002-03 season. JOHN DEWSBURYYoung full-back John Dewsbury briefly played alongside Gilbert Beech in Swansea's defence. He made 62 appearances (31 as sub) for the Swans with 17 goals. He also appeared in a central defensive role and netted six goals in 63 League outings but lost his place under Brian Flynn. A Welsh Youth Cup finalist again that season, he was allowed to leave the club in November 2004. Centre-forward Ron Turnbull topped Swansea's goalscoring charts in two consecutive seasons. He was a regular in their Second Division side before moving to Llanelly in July 1954, returning to League action with Swansea for 7,500 in November 1955. After a loan spell at Charlton Athletic, he was loaned to Swansea in October 1994 and scored twice in eight League games while at the Vetch Field. He joined Swansea in July 1976 and scored nine goals in 34 League games until injury ended his career in May 1978. In need of games, he went out on loan to Newport County in 2009 before a spell with home-town club Port Talbot in 2011. Joining Tranmere Rovers in September 1985, he starred in their successes under John King including the 1990 Leyland/DAF Cup final triumph and 1993-94 Coca-Cola Cup run. He played for Tower United in the Swansea League before moving to the Vetch Field in May 1958 and was given his League debut in place of Mal Kennedy in Swansea's 1-0 victory at home to Stoke City in February 1959. He appeared in the top-flight before joining Swansea for 5,000 in February 1959, netting 18 goals in 91 Second Division games until breaking a leg. Moving to the Vetch Field in May 1950, he scored twice in 15 Second Division games for Swansea prior to re-joining Pembroke in July 1951. His time at the club saw him make his one and only league appearance as a substitute in a 3-0 loss to Middlesbrough in August 2009. His playing days were cut short through injury, but the centre-back (most of the time) showed during his time in England's top flight why he was so widely tipped for a bright future from such a young age. Signing professional for Bristol City in September 1955, he was unlucky not to gain England U-23 honours before moving to Oldham Athletic in June 1961. He made his League debut in that month's 3-0 victory at Luton Town and his solitary goal in 32 League outings clinched the Swans' 2-1 victory at home to Kidderminster Harriers in February 2002. Wing-half Alan Godderidge briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1951-52 campaign. He contested a first-team slot with Jim Feeney and Rory Keane, featuring in two consecutive Welsh Cup finals including the 1950 success. Captaining them in the 2004 Intertoto Cup first round tie against FC Dinaburg. A member of the 2005 FAW Cup winning team, he featured in Swansea's triumphant 2006 Football League Trophy run and was an influential figure as Kenny Jackett's side qualified for the League One play-offs. He made four consecutive League appearances prior to joining Southport in December 1976, then played for Portland again, York City, Rotherham United and Mansfield again. Moving to Merthyr Tydfil in July 1972, he was their captain, then manager during ten years at Penydarren Park, then played for Haverfordwest. He helped them reach the FA Cup fourth round in 2003-04, moving to Swansea in May 2004. TERRY MEDWINWelsh international centre-forward Terry Medwin gained the first three of his 30 caps while at the Vetch Field. Welsh U-23 midfielder Gary Emmanuel featured in Swansea City's 1987-88 promotion campaign. Gareth Frank Bale MBE (born 16 July 1989) is a Welsh professional footballer who plays as a winger for Major League Soccer club Los Angeles FC and the Wales national team. He joined Stoke City in July 1983, then had spells at QPR and Leicester City before re-joining Swansea in January 1988. Scoring 53 goals in 247 League games, he moved to QPR in November 1983. When the time to return to England came, it was only fitting that the Welshman went back to the club who helped him become world class. He died in February 2005. Locally born, he was a second year trainee at the Vetch Field when he came on as substitute for Jason Jones in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Bury in March 2001. He was unable to prevent Swansea's relegation in 1964-65 and made 26 League appearances before joining Guildford City in November 1965, then played for Crewe Alexandra, Stockport County, Chester and Connah's Quay. Returning to Swansea in June 2005, he became the first Swansea player to score at Liberty Stadium in a pre-season friendly against Fulham. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in August 1981. Signing professional for West Ham in July 1987, he moved to the Vetch Field in August 1988 and helped Swansea take Liverpool to an FA Cup third round replay in 1989-90. He eventually moved to Championship side Watford, becoming the clubs leading goalscorer in consecutive seasons. IVOR ALLCHURCHWelsh international inside-forward Ivor Allchurch is widely regarded as Swansea's finest post-war player. He was one of three players - Leon Britton and Garry Monk the other two - who played in all four divisions with the club after playing in the famous victory over Hull City at the Vetch Field that secured the Swans their Football League status at the end of the 2002-03 season. Initially with his three brothers at hometown Waterford, he also played for Shamrock Rovers and Cork Hibernians, representing the League of Ireland before moving to Swansea in August 1959. football, also called association football or soccer, game in which two teams of 11 players, using any part of their bodies except their hands and arms, try to maneuver the ball into the opposing team's goal. He netted three goals in 146 League games prior to re-joining Cheltenham in July 2001, then played for Forest Green again and Bath City. A former West Brom apprentice, he turned professional in June 1975 and moved to Northampton Town in September 1977. After a trial at Celtic in February 2013, a month later he was offered a one-year contract at the Swans. He went on to make 52 league appearances for the Jacks and nine appearances in Europe. Appearing in the 1967-68 FA Cup run, 1969 Welsh Cup final and 1969-70 promotion campaign, he played 80 League games prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1970, then assisted Caerau. Moores time at the Hawthorns was disappointing and he spent time on loan at Derby County before arriving at the Liberty in January 2011. Signing professional at the Vetch Field in May 1947, the 'Golden Boy' was leading marksman three times before moving to Newcastle United for 28,000 plus Reg Davies in October 1958. Later playing for Bridgend and Trebanos. DAVID BERESFORD Ex-England Youth international winger David Beresford had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1995-96 season. Welsh international goalkeeper Tony Millington was a key figure in Swansea's 1969-70 promotion success. Moving to Rotherham United in February 1980, he helped win the Third Division title in 1980-81 and became coach, manager and chief executive. The striker made his Champions League debut in a qualifier against FB Kaunas in 2003, eventually going on to score 16 goals in 43 games for the Hoops. A knee injury ended his playing career soon after and he became Exeter's coach. 1: Jonavon Begnaud. Argentina U-21 midfielder Nicolas Mazzina briefly played for Swansea City during the 2001-02 season. Joining Barnsley initially on loan in January 2004, he scored in their 2005-06 League One play-off final success, moving to QPR in June 2007. He died in Northampton in August 1981. He has played Haverfordwest, Skewen, Pontypridd and Neath. A 60,000 fee saw McLeod make the move permanent at the beginning of the 2005-06 campaign and made 52 appearances (14 as sub) and scored seven goals before joining Colchester the following season, Brighton, Wycombe and Chelmsford City. He featured in their 1981 League Cup final triumph and John Toshack paid a club record 340,000 for him in August 1981. He moved to Woking in August 2004 and played for them in the 2006 FA Trophy final. He also helped Swansea win the West Wales Senior Cup in 1961 and made 92 Second Division appearances prior to joining Brighton for 7,000 in January 1963. Experienced defender Chris Harrison was an influential figure in SwanseaCity's 1987-88 Fourth Division play-off final success. DAVE PUTTNAMExperienced winger Dave Puttnam briefly played for Swansea City at the start of the 1997-98 campaign. Starring as Swansea beat West Brom in the 1986-87 FA Cup third round, he also featured in the 1987-88 promotion campaign and made 139 League appearances until a brain specialist advised him to give up football in February 1988 after he suffered recurring dizzy spells. He was sold to Spurs for 200,000 in June 1981 and appeared in the 1982 League Cup and FA Cup finals. The midfielder was born in Barcelona, starting his career with Alaves before moving to Barcelona B and playing one game for the Catalan side. Hamer was a regular starter for the Swans that season until the arrival of Andy Fisher in January. He was loaned to Carlisle, Rotherham and Bury before joining Swansea in August 1992, scoring three times in 27 League outings while at the Vetch Field. He joined Portsmouth for 315,000 in 1988 and was loaned to Swansea in October 1993. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and was a part-time professional, understudying Noel Dwyer and Johnny King. He was a member of their 1981 UEFA Cup winning squad, then had a spell with Beerschot before moving to Swansea in March 1985, scoring twice on his home debut as the Swans beat Preston 4-1. Settling in Swansea, he was a legal executive and office manager for several local law firms. STEVE WILLIAMSFormer Welsh Schoolboy winger Steve Williams played for Swansea City during the 1975-76 campaign. He became youth team coach at Halifax and Bradford City. The winger went on to score 12 goals in 50 appearances for the Hammers before returning to Swansea in 2018. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and turned professional in April 1950. He was reunited with Nick Cusack at Swansea in July 2002 and netted three goals in 12 Third Division games prior to joining Kettering Town in July 2003. Featuring in their 1951-52 promotion campaign, he joined Worcester City in August 1957 and later had spells with Chester, Ton Pentre and Barry. He had loan spells at Torquay and Hereford before being loaned to Swansea in January 1991, featuring in two consecutive Second Division defeats at Brentford and Bury. CEDRIC VAN DER GUNCedrics career began at FC Den Bosch in 1999 and his potential saw him sign for Dutch giants Ajax the following season. Initially with South Liverpool, he joined Doncaster Rovers in February 1951 and made his League debut in their 2-0 win at home to Leeds United seven months later. RONNIE REESWelsh international winger Ronnie Rees was once Swansea City's most expensive signing. He subsequently ran a painting and decorating business in Killay until his death from cancer in February 2003. After loan spells at Haverfordwest, Port Talbot, Merthyr Tydfil, Peter Nicholas' Newport County and Aldershot Town, he joined League of Wales side Port Talbot in August 2004. He played for Hull and Oswestry. NICO SCHRODERDutch goalkeeper Nico Schroder briefly played for Swansea City during the 1976-77 season. document.getElementById('cloak1b64ad58306a328ac6638b0b8afffca2').innerHTML = ''; Central defender Dave Bruton was Swansea City's 'Player of the Year' in 1973-74. He joined Brentford in May 1937, then Blackpool in November 1938 and moved to the Vetch Field in August 1947. Signing professional for the Swans in April 1983, he helped win the Welsh Cup that season. TOMMY HUTCHISONEx-Scotland international winger Tommy Hutchison had a spell as Swansea City's player-manager. In his first season at the club he helped the Swans to FAW Youth Cup glory over Cardiff City at Ninian Park. He impressed with his long throw and netted 29 goals in 162 League games for the Swans before being sold to Notts County for 275,000 in July 1993. He netted four goals in 49 League outings for Swansea prior to joining Carlisle United in August 1992. Later with Cork City and Galway United. He made his debut against Monaco in the ECWC first round first-leg two months later, also featuring in the second-leg that the Swans lost 8-0. Overcoming a broken leg, he later had spells with Haverfordwest, Ton Pentre, Bridgend, Maesteg Park and Port Talbot. Starting with Harrogate, he joined Halifax Town in August 1988 and moved to the Vetch Field for 40,000 in July 1990. 11 Bale. At the end of the campaign Jones had his contract cancelled by mutual consent and he signed permanently for Neath, playing as a wide man and winning the Welsh Player of the Year Award. Welsh international central defender Paul Price was a John Bond signing for Swansea City. He moved to Barry Town in July 1957, then played for Caerau and Carmarthen Town. From there he went on to play for Granada, Rubin Kazan and Fuenlabrada. He managed Rushden Town and died in Daventry in September 2001. Edit. Striker Colin West was joint top scorer as Swansea City reached the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. BARI MORGANYoung midfielder Bari Morgan featured in Swansea City's 2000-01 relegation battle. He was twice a Welsh Cup winner and ever-present in 1989-90, scoring twice in 160 League games prior to joining Crystal Palace for 275,000 in July 1991. He spent the rest of his time with the Swans in the reserve team and was released in May 1952, returning to his native Lurgan. Helping win promotion in 1995-96, he was loaned to Scunthorpe before moving to Bury in August 2001. Ex-England Youth striker Leon Knight featured in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final success. Ex-England Youth midfielder Paul Richardson briefly played for Swansea City during the 1984-85 season. In his later years, Bale has become more of an intelligent player, with constant anticipation and off-the-ball movement into space. Prior to his spell at Oakwell, Mawson had spells at Brentford, Maidstone, Luton Town, Welling United and Wycombe Wanderers. He scored on his debut in a 2-0 win over Leicester at the Liberty before earning cult status among the Jack Army after netting the winner in the south Wales derby against Cardiff. He joined rivals Manchester City five months later, then played for Royal Antwerp and Seiko prior to joining Crewe Alexandra in December 1986. A scorer in each of the first 21 seasons of the Premier League, there was nothing the Welshman couldn't do - and he'll forever be remembered for his exceptional pace and breathtaking dribbling ability. He overcame a knee injury to score four goals in 11 Fourth Division games prior to joining Newport County in September 1969, then played for Barry and Bridgend again before emigrating to Australia. Studying a history degree at Oxford University, he captained their team and had a spell with hometown Merthyr Tydfil before coaching football and PE in Jamaica. Locally born, he served in the RAF during the Second World War and joined Swansea as a part-time professional in August 1946. Ramsey had 5 goal involvements (1 goal, 4 assists) at Euro 2016, with the joint-highest number of assists at the tournament. He suffered an ankle injury in the 2-0 win at Huddersfield that put Swansea top of the table and scored once in ten League games before joining hometown Prescot Cables in June 2004. Versatile centre-half Tom Kiley featured in Swansea's 1950 Welsh Cup final success. Team News. Right-half Ambrose Wilson was one of several Irish players signed by Swansea during the early post-war era. In January 2018, Wales international Kingjoined the Swans on loan until the end of the season. Finding his opportunities limited, he found himself loaned out to Swansea as cover for the injured Tom Williams. He had a trial with Cardiff City before moving to Merthyr Tydfil in November 2000 but failed to make an impact and decided to switch codes, following his father Adrian Barwood into Rugby Union. MEL NURSEWelsh international centre-half Mel Nurse had two spells at Swansea. After manager Michael Laudrup left the Liberty Stadium midway through the 2013-2014 season, Hernandez re-joined him at Al-Arabi the following season. He immediately saved a penalty but the referee ordered a retake from which Bury scored. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and signed professional in June 1984. Joe Allen's sparking performances for Swansea earned a surprise move to Liverpool in the summer of 2012, though he'd later admit that the nickname the 'Welsh Xavi' did him no favours in his attempt to succeed at Anfield. He was a member of their 2000 Auto Windscreens Shield winning squad and moved to Rochdale for 100,000 in March 2001. He then became Coventry City's community officer. The FAW supports all levels of Football in Wales and our Dragon is the embodiment of that. Upon his release at the end of the 2009-10 season he signed for Port Talbot Town in the Welsh Premier League. He moved to Swansea as player-boss in February 1996 and netted three goals in 41 League games while at the Vetch Field before leaving in October 1997. He scored once in 66 League games for the Swans before joining Swedish side Jankoping in May 1985, then had spells with Lincoln City and Cambridge United. IORIE SYMMONDSYoung right-back Iorie Symmonds contested a first-team slot with Terry Elwell while at Swansea. He reverted to central defence and helped them twice win the Scottish First Division title and the B&Q Cup in 1994. A fee of around 1.5 million secured his signature in time for Swanseas opening game of the season at Manchester City. He followed Steve McClaren to Middlesbrough with Jonathan Greening for 1,500,000 in August 2001 and reunited with Brian Flynn on loan to Swansea in September 2003, scoring twice in 12 League outings. A former amateur with Barnsley and Doncaster Rovers, he was a prolific goalscorer for Rhyl prior to joining Cardiff City for 12,500 in March 1967. Following Ken Furphy to Watford in July 1967, he helped them win the Third Division title in 1968-69, then played for King's Lynn, Wealdstone, Pembroke Borough and Pontardawe. He re-joined Swansea in December 1980 and featured in consecutive Welsh Cup final triumphs, joining Southampton in November 1983. Signing professional for Cardiff City in June 1961, he made his First Division debut in their 3-2 victory at Chelsea three months later and featured in the 1964 Welsh Cup final triumph. He later played for Cardiff City, Merthyr Tydfil, Barry and Llanelli until a fatal heart-attack in February 1998. That said, the Welshman still managed to make 262 Premier League appearances for Arsenal before departing for Juventus on a free transfer, so he must have been doing something right. He has since been Academy director at Reading, then Fulham where he also assisted manager Chris Coleman. A former Blackburn Rovers trainee, he signed professional in July 1996 and made his League debut while on loan at West Brom in September 1997. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and scored Swansea's winner in the 1947 Football Combination Cup final. 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