Most notably, Saunders chipped in with 12 goals in the Premier League's first season as Aston Villa pushed Manchester United all the way in the title race. Also featuring in the Swans' 4-1 Welsh Cup sixth round defeat at Wrexham in February 1977, his only other Fourth Division appearance was in the following month's 4-2 win at home to Aldershot. DUDLEY PRICEInside-left Dudley Price helped Swansea win the Football Combination Second Division title in 1954-55. He netted 16 goals in 74 League games before becoming the Swans' assistant-manager under Kenny Jackett. REG WESTON Commanding centre-half Reg Weston skippered Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. Appearing for his country in the 1994 World Cup, he joined Chelsea for 900,000 in November 1995, then played for Everton, Fulham, Sheffield United and United States side Charleston Battery. Kenny Jackett signed him in November 2004 and he helped Swansea win the FAW Cup that season but was sacked by Swans in January 2006 after being banned for six months for drug abuse. He joined Swansea as part of the Trevor Ford deal in January 1947 and scored twice in 11 League outings while at the Vetch Field before returning to North Shields in August 1948. He famously scored some vital goals for the club, including a brace at Gillingham in April 2008 that guaranteed promotion to the Championship. He was the South Wales scout for Plymouth Argyle and died in Swansea in June 2001. A tall, gangly striker, Abraham spent the 2017-18 season on loan with the Swans from parent club Chelsea. He joined West Brom in January 1994 and followed Alan Buckley to Grimsby Town for 200,000 in January 1998. He was loaned to Swansea in October 2003, playing four League games while at the Vetch Field. Rugged central defender Matt Bound was an important figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Signing professional for Norwich City in September 1998, he failed to make an impact and joined Yeovil in August 2000. He died in February 2005. By the age of 20, Ramsey was captain of his country, becoming Wales youngest-ever captain. He helped them reach the Second Division play-off final in 1997-98 and joined Rushden & Diamonds for 65,000 in October 1998, then played for Carlisle United, Forest Green Rovers, Ilkeston Town and Bedford Town. A full Dutch international who went totwo World Cups and Euro 2012, such was Vorms form throughout the season that he won all the major Player of the Year awards at the end of the campaign. Failing to secure a regular first-team slot, he made seven League appearances and was loaned to Merthyr Tydfil prior to joining Rhyl in March 2001. The former Greek international began his career at Larissa where he caught the eye of giants AEK Athens. [6] Players who reach 50 appearances for Wales are awarded a golden cap. Later with Ipswich Town, he settled back in Newport and died in January 2003. He moved to Blackpool in November 1978, then re-joined Exeter in March 1980 and was top scorer as they reached the FA Cup sixth round in 1980-81. He joined AFC Bournemouth in August 1979, then played for Dorchester and Poole Town. After a spell with Hearts in the SPL, Beattie joined Hearts, St Johnston, Barne and Dundee. Ever-present as Plymouth reached the FA Cup semi-finals in 1983-84 and won promotion in 1985-86. Playing 322 games for Glamorgan CCC between 1949 and 1965, he had spells with Brecon Corinthians and Llanelly in the Welsh League. JAMIE WOODCayman Islands international striker Jamie Wood appeared for Swansea City during the 2002-03 season. He also starred in the 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph and netted three goals in 89 League games prior to joining Bury for 95,000 in August 1989. DAVID KNIGHTBorn in the North East, Knight joined Middlesbrough in 2005 and after failing to make a first-team appearance was loaned out to Darlington and Oldham before signing for the Swans on a free transfer in August 2007. Displaced by the arrival of Danny Canning from Cardiff City, he joined Yeovil Town in July 1949 and contested a place with their FA Cup hero Dickie Dyke. By the age of 27, he already had 75 caps. He switched to central defence and joined Arsenal for 35,000 in May 1969, featuring in their 1970-71 'double' campaign. Sold to Newport County for 1,500 in July 1950, he then joined Milford United and was captain and leading marksman in 1953-54. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1975 and he scored 19 times in 46 Fourth Division outings for Swansea prior to joining Torquay United in November 1976. ALBERT HARLEYTough-tackling wing-half Albert Harley was Swansea's first-ever substitute in the Football League at Southend United in August 1965. In February 2005 Kevin signed on loan for the Swans, making 11 appearances and helping the club win promotion to League One. A former Brighton apprentice, he was their youngest League debutant when he scored in the 2-2 draw at home to Nottingham Forest in April 1973. Also loaned to Mansfield Town, featuring in their 1974-75 Fourth Division title campaign, he had his contract cancelled by the Gunners in December 1974 and joined Gateshead. He returned to Belgium to play for Royal Antwerp. He scored twice on his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 win at home to Rotherham United but suffered injury problems during his time at the Vetch Field. He moved to the Vetch Field for 125,000 in July 1993 and overcame a broken leg to make 61 League appearances for Swansea before joining Portsmouth for 35,000 in December 1996. Locally born, he signed professional for Leeds United in September 1934 and moved to Bradford City in May 1935. Versatile central defender Glen Davies scored twice in Swansea City's 1975 West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. But it was then Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers who persuaded the player to move permanently to SA1 in August 2010 and what a season it turned out to be for both parties. Moving to Aldershot in July 1958, he joined Haverfordwest in August 1959 and was top scorer in 1959-60. Following a similar period at Bristol Rovers, he joined Oldham Athletic in August 1985 and helped them qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1986-87, then win the Second Division title in 1990-91. He stayed for two season and made 15 appearances (seven as sub) and scored five goals. A former Wolves scholar, he made his League debut in their 3-2 defeat at home to Cardiff City two months before turning professional in November 2004. He spent four seasons at the club, building up a good reputation and representing Holland at all levels from under-18 to under-21. Joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1970, he subsequently played in local football for Hills Plymouth. Ex-England Youth defender Tommy Brown helped Swansea win the West Wales Senior Cup in 1956. Previously with GVI Helsinger and HIK Copenhagen in his native country, he moved to the Vetch Field on a short-term contract in March 1997 and made his League debut in that month's 1-0 win at Barnet. During his time at the Swans, Carroll enjoyed a short loan spell at Aston Villa before suffering a hip injury in the 2018-19 season. Starting with Alkmaar 54, he joined Everwarm (Bridgend Town) in July 1975 and moved to the Vetch Field in July 1976. Starting with Blackburn Rovers, he appeared in their 1991-92 promotion campaign and moved to Hartlepool United for 50,000 in February 1992. He played for Abergavenny Thursdays, Ebbw Vale, Barry, Porth and Cwmammam. FRANK SCRINEWelsh international inside-forward Frank Scrine featured prominently in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. JOHN CORNFORTHWelsh international midfielder John Cornforth skippered Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. He failed to secure a first-team slot and was loaned to Swansea in February 1988, making 14 League appearances as cover for Mike Hughes. Moved to Leeds in 2008 before returning to Tranmere. After breaking into the first team squad in 2005 he was a regular until the club gained promotion to the Championship in 2008. DAVE RUSHBURYVersatile left-back Dave Rushbury featured as Swansea City won promotion to the top-flight in 1980-81. He moved to Bournemouth in February 1960, then had a spell with Northampton before reuniting with Bill McGarry at Watford in November 1963. Featuring as they beat Swansea in the 1953 West Wales Senior Cup final, he then lived and worked locally until his death in March 1988. Initially with CorkCity, he appeared for Waterford in the 1941 FAI Cup final and after a spell at Shelbourne, played for Cork United in two FAI Cup finals including their 1947 success. Signing professional for Walsall in May 1964, he made over 250 appearances for the Saddlers and scored at Everton in the 1971-72 FA Cup fourth round. From a notable football family, he signed professional for Swansea in May 1952 and played for his hometown club in consecutive Welsh Cup finals, netting 47 goals in 168 Second Division games before following Terry Medwin to Tottenham Hotspur for 35,000 in February 1958. Joining Arsenal in November 1937, he helped win the League Championship in 1937-38 and moved to Swansea in May 1946. Returned to English football with a successful spell at Leeds, again highlighting his undoubted quality. He was twice leading marksman and joined Swansea in exchange for Ken Pound in August 1966, scoring ten goals in 40 League outings before moving to Chelmsford City in July 1968. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Wigan Athletic seven months before turning professional in March 1986. Dutch-born Kenji - son of former Ajax, Huddersfield and Blackpool midfielder Dean - moved to England at a young age. Starring in their 1980-81 Fourth Division title triumph, he reunited with Dave Cusack at Doncaster in November 1985, then played for Fisher and coached Chelmsford, Heybridge, Dagenham & Redbridge and Fisher. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in November 1979 and made his League debut in the following month's 3-0 defeat at Chelsea. Joining Swansea in August 2004, he featured in the 2005 FAW Cup final triumph and was ever-present as Kenny Jackett's side reached the League One play-off final last season. Despite some impressive displays in midfield, and two goals for the club, his efforts couldnt secure the clubs Premier League status and he then returned to his parent club Leicester. ARTUR KRYSIAKThe Polish-born goalkeeper was brought up in Lodz where he played his football before signing for Birmingham City in 2006. He moved via Blackpool to Swansea for 30,000 in October 1990 and starred as the Swans qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93, scoring twice in 101 League games before swapped for Exeter City's John Hodge in July 1993. He helped them reach the Second Division play-off final in 1997-98 and joined Rushden & Diamonds for 65,000 in October 1998, then played for Carlisle United, Forest Green Rovers, Ilkeston Town and Bedford Town. The cousin of manager John Toshack, 'Josh' as he was affectionately known, joined Fourth Division Crewe in 1966 before signing for Stoke City for 19,5000 a year later. He returned for a brief spell as Worthing's manager. He represented the League of Ireland and was capped twice with Drumcondra before joining the strong Irish contingent at the Vetch Field in November 1948. He netted 16 goals in 74 League games before becoming the Swans' assistant-manager under Kenny Jackett. He moved via Bulova to Manchester City in August 1983 and was leading marksman in 1983-84, then had a spell at Burnley before reuniting with John Bond at Swansea in January 1985. He was a member of their 2000 Auto Windscreens Shield winning squad and moved to Rochdale for 100,000 in March 2001. However, he again linked up with Martinez when the Spaniard took over at Premier League side Wigan in 2009, but he never recaptured his goal scoring form and moved on to Ipswich then Barnsley, before finally moving back to Scotland with Hamilton. Ex-England Youth central defender Nigel Davids featured in Swansea City's 1977-78 promotion campaign. Versatile inside-forward Tommy Dodds appeared for Swansea during the early post-war era. He overcame a knee injury before reuniting with Kenny Jackett at Swansea in June 2004 but failed to secure a regular first team slot and was loaned to Cambridge City in March 2005, helping them reach the Nationwide South play-off final. In February 2005 Kevin signed on loan for the Swans, making 11 appearances and helping the club win promotion to League One. 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. He joined Swansea in August 1960 and featured in the 1961 Welsh Cup final triumph, then saved a penalty as the Swans won at Liverpool in the 1963-64 FA Cup sixth round. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 1998 and made his League debut in the following month's 2-1 defeat at Cambridge United. After a promising start to the campaign, Tammy and the team struggled, and he ended up with just five goals as the Swans were relegated from the Premier League. After a loan spell back at former club Blackpool, Dobbie was reunited with Ian Holloway at Crystal Palace, helping the Eagles reach the top flight before loan spells at Blackpool. When goalkeeper Doris de Vries opted against renewing his contract at the Liberty Stadium following promotion to the Premier League, the hunt was on for a replacement. He was sidelined by a kidney infection but returned as a non-playing substitute in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. MARCUS BEAN Young midfielder Marcus Bean had two separate loan spells at Swansea City. He scored the winner on his debut against Barnsley, but only featured in another six games for the club before returning to parent club MK Dons. After a shaky start to his time there he gained in confidence and in three seasons he played 52 games, scoring 17 goals. JACK O'DRISCOLLIrish international winger Jack O'Driscoll was an influential figure in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. 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. Attacking left-back Ijah Anderson featured in Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion success. He netted ten goals in 56 League games before being sold to Watford for 100,000 in July 1997. A former Watford apprentice, he turned professional in February 1982 and helped win the FA Youth Cup that season. Ex-Welsh Schoolboy centre-forward Dai James helped Swansea win the 1947 London Combination Cup final. Starting with Blackburn Rovers, he appeared in their 1991-92 promotion campaign and moved to Hartlepool United for 50,000 in February 1992. Bale was electrifying for Tottenham after his defensive minded reins were let off, and there was little surprise when Real Madrid eventually came calling. He had spells with Merthyr Tydfil, Pontllanfraith, Barry Town and Frickley Athletic before moving to the Vetch Field in the midst of a financial crisis in January 1986. Appearing in two consecutive Welsh Cup finals, he scored twice in 228 League outings for the Swans prior to joining Morecambe in July 2004. JACK PARRYWelsh international goalkeeper Jack Parry featured in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. He moved to Emley in March 1997 and starred in their 1997-98 FA Cup run, joining Ayr United for 30,000 in March 1998. COLIN CROTTYWelsh Youth striker Colin Crotty briefly played for Swansea during the 1968-69 campaign. He was leading marksman three times in the top-flight, moving to Sunderland for 29,500 in October 1950, then playing for Cardiff City, PSV Eindhoven, Newport County and Romford. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, the youth team skipper made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at Cambridge United in November 1996. He moved to Southend United in December 1971 and helped them win promotion that season. A former Manchester United trainee, he turned professional in July 1997 and was loaned to their feeder club Royal Antwerp. An electrician at Pembroke Docks, he also had a sports shop and died in April 2003. A free transfer saw Gerhard join the newly Premier League promoted Swans in August 2011 where he began as understudy to Michel Vorm. His solitary goal in 30 League outings clinched the Swans' 2-1 victory at home to Fulham in May 1994 and he moved to Merthyr Tydfil in November 1995. He was leading marksman in 1967-68 and joined Swansea for 5,000 in July 1970. The Welsh Semi-Pro international then had spells with Carmarthen Town, Inter Cardiff and Bridgend. 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. His first season at the club was a great success, winning the Player of the Season award, before a loan move to the Liberty Stadium in January 2012. Forgettable managerial career aside, Swansea born Dean Saunders was one of the Premier League's sharpest shooters during the early years of the competition. Locally born, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Torquay in April 1987 and turned professional in July 1989. He moved to Swansea for 30,000 in March 1998 after a loan period and netted 16 goals in 90 League games before joining Cheltenham Town in July 2000. Featuring in their 1951-52 promotion campaign, he joined Worcester City in August 1957 and later had spells with Chester, Ton Pentre and Barry. Helping them clinch the Third Division title that season, he joined Aldershot in January 1965, then played for Hereford, Guildford, Andover and Fleet. He helped them win the Third Division title in 1987-88 and was loaned to Charlton Athletic and Port Vale before moving to the Vetch Field in November 1991. Re-joining Swansea in February 2004, he netted 15 goals in 104 League games overall before briefly joining Chester City in June 2004, then Kidderminster Harriers. He helped qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93 and netted 16 goals in 149 League outings before being sold to Birmingham City for 350,000 in March 1996. Signing professional for Stoke City in January 1999, he featured in their 2001-02 promotion campaign and moved to Bristol City for 50,000 in January 2004. Helping them reach the Third Division play-off final in 1988-89, he featured as they won the Third Division title and were Leyland/DAF Cup finalists in 1989-90. He featured in Saints' 1977-78 promotion success, moving to Gillingham for 30,000 in September 1978. Reuniting with Jan Molby at Kidderminster Harriers in December 2003, he was unable to prevent relegation to the Conference in 2004-05 and joined Redditch. While at the Liberty Stadium Feeney scored six goals, but suffered a long-term injury that saw his time at the club ended before his loan period had finished. He signed a two-year contract with AEK Athens in the summer. 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. Two of Wales' finest players: Ryan Giggs and Gareth Bale There's an ongoing debate in Wales as to whether football or rugby union in the nations most popular sport. Former England international Emlyn Hughes briefly skippered Swansea City during the 1983-84 campaign. During his time at St Andrews, Marcos made his senior debut against Scunthorpe in the League Cup in 2005, and made his Premier League bow in a 1-0 win against Fulham. He moved to Weymouth in July 1978, then Bath again and Yeovil Town before joining Forest Green Rovers in July 1981. He turned professional with Arsenal in January 1980 and made his League debut whilst on loan to Hereford United in March 1983. Initially with Leyton Orient, he featured in their 1988-89 promotion campaign and played on loan for Cork City in that season's FAI Cup final. He played in the 1969 Welsh Cup final, netting 11 goals in 142 League games before reuniting with Billy Lucas at Newport County in June 1972. Wales were the last side from the Home Nations without a player reaching 100 caps. BILLY SNEDDON Experienced wing-half Billy Sneddon briefly played for Swansea during the 1946-47 season. Helping them qualify for the League One play-offs in 2004-05, he was also loaned to Oxford United and Walsall. Later with Merthyr Tydfil, Worcester City and Merthyr again, his career was ended by a recurring ankle injury. Locally born, the grandson of Billy Hole and nephew of Barrie, Alan and Colin Hole, he progressed through the ranks and turned professional at the Vetch Field in January 1966. He died in Durham in December 1988. He has since moved back to France and has played for a host of clubs. He regularly appeared as a substitute, netting three goals in 18 League games for the Swans before joining Torquay United in February 2006, then Brentford and Rochdale. He re-joined Swansea in December 1980 and featured in consecutive Welsh Cup final triumphs, joining Southampton in November 1983. On 23 May 1994, Neville Southall played in a 21 victory over Estonia to earn his 74th cap and overtake Nicholas,[13] eventually gaining 92 caps before retiring. He also made a substitute appearance in the next Third Division game at home to Exeter City, replacing Denley Morgan, and moved to Barry Town in July 1969. Following a loan spell at Oxford, he joined Gresley Rovers in 1984, then Stapenhill. He played for King's Lynn, then managed Downham Market and returned to King's Lynn as coach. He scored their penalty winner in the 2003-04 Second Division play-off final and moved to Swansea for 125,000 in January 2006. Midfielder Gary Williams briefly played for Swansea City during the 1984-85 season. He graduated through the ranks at the Vetch Field and turned professional in July 1973, making his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at home to Barnsley three months later. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 1990 and helped Swansea reach the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. His only League appearance was in the 4-0 defeat at Wolves in March 1987. He later played for Notts County, AO Chania, Yeovil and a host ofnon-league clubs. He was loaned to Swansea in October 1974 and made five League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Signing professional for Manchester United in December 1978, he featured in their 1983 FA Cup final triumph but suffered a broken ankle and moved to Newcastle United for 50,000 in July 1985. Became Chelsea manager in 2019. Locally born, he signed professional for Plymouth Argyle in February 1952 and joined Swansea in August 1958. He revived his career with Garden Village before re-joining Winch Wen. From medieval fortresses to scientific breakthroughs. Joining Torquay United in October 1995, he later played for Dorchester Town and Gretna. Previously with Guingamp, he moved to the Vetch Field in October 2000, on the same day that John Hollins signed Venezuelan international striker Giovanni Savarese. Joining Motherwell in July 2001, he moved via Walsall to Swansea in January 2003 and netted four goals in 122 League games prior to joining Chester City in August 2006. Helping to win promotion again that season, he netted 115 goals in 484 League games overall prior to joining Bradford City in August 1990. Kevin started his career at home-town club Everton, where he made five appearances in the first team. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1991 and made his League debut in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Fulham two months later. Also gaining ECWC experience, he scored once in 165 League outings before moving to Hereford United with Roy Evans in July 1968. He netted 23 goals in 62 League games prior to joining Boreham Wood in March 1993, then coached at Watford, Nottingham Forest and MK Dons. Top scorer in 2002-03, he joined Bristol Rovers in March 2004 and moved to Swansea in February 2005. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in November 1976. After working in the media, he became Kidderminster Harriers' boss in May 1999 and plotted their 1999-2000 Conference title triumph. He played for Cadbury Heath, Bath City and Paulton Rovers before moving to Swansea in July 1975. While at the Swans he was loaned out to Yeovil and Crewe before enjoying more game-time at the Liberty in his third season. He spent 40 years as a fitter at the IMI Works in Waunarlwydd and died in December 1995. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in September 1959 and netted 23 goals in 166 Second Division games for Swansea before being sold to Plymouth Argyle for 45,000 in September 1964. He later played for Guiseley and Ossett Albion. He made his League debut in Swansea's 2-2 draw at home to Everton in October 1952 and played nine consecutive Second Division games in place of Steve Leavy. document.getElementById('cloak1b64ad58306a328ac6638b0b8afffca2').innerHTML = ''; Helping the Swans avoid relegation, he made 12 Third Division appearances while at the Vetch Field. JOHN LEWISWelsh U-21 winger John Lewis featured in Swansea City's 1987-88 Fourth Division play-off final triumph. Also played for Neath, Preston, Chester and Marine. Manchester United return to Spain in Europa League. ROB KINGWelsh Youth full-back Rob King briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1996-97 campaign. He was loaned to Swansea in January 1994, helping reach the Autoglass Trophy final and making 13 League appearances. Moving to Llanelly in August 1948, he later played for Milford United, Carmarthen Town, Caerau Athletic and Port Talbot where he became secretary. 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For Plymouth Argyle in February 2005 title in 1954-55 the eye of giants AEK Athens in the first team in! Undoubted quality was the South Wales scout for Plymouth Argyle in February 2005 a tall gangly... Play-Off final triumph and Crewe before enjoying more game-time at the Vetch Field in 1997. Loaned to their feeder club Royal Antwerp the West Wales Senior Cup final triumphs, joining in! Success, moving to Hereford United with Roy Evans in July 1970, he had spells with Brecon Corinthians Llanelly! Career was ended by a recurring ankle injury AFC Bournemouth in August 2000 skippered 's!