51 Everton F.c Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Everton Football Club is one of the most iconic and successful clubs in English football. Founded in 1878, the club has a long and rich history in the game and has won nine League titles, five FA Cups, and one UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup. Located in the city of Liverpool, Everton is known for its passionate supporters, its passionate and renowned rivalry with Liverpool FC and its successful and dedicated players.

From the legendary Dixie Dean to the current star Romelu Lukaku, Everton has been home to some of the greatest players in the game. Through its long history, the Blues have consistently been a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League and are currently the eighth most successful club in English Football.

With a passionate fan base, a strong and talented squad, and a rich history, Everton Football Club is a club that will remain a force to be reckoned with for years to come.

Table of Contents

1. Romelu Lukaku

Inter Milan

Romelu Lukaku Career

  • 1999–2003: Rupel Boom
  • 2003–2004: KFC Wintam
  • 2004–2006: Lierse
  • 2006–2009: Anderlecht
  • 2009–2011: Anderlecht
  • 2011–2014: Chelsea
  • 2012–2013: West Bromwich Albion (loan)
  • 2013–2014:  Everton (loan)
  • 2014–2017: Everton
  • 2017–2019: Manchester United
  • 2019–2021: Inter Milan
  • 2021: Chelsea
  • 2022:  Inter Milan (loan)
  • 2008: Belgium U15
  • 2011: Belgium U18
  • 2009: Belgium U21
  • 2010: Belgium

Romelu Lukaku is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a striker for the Italian club Inter Milan on loan from Chelsea. Lukaku started his career at Rupel Boom, before moving to KFC Wintam in 2004.

He then played for Lierse and Anderlecht before joining Chelsea in 2014. In 2017–18, Lukaku won the Premier League with Manchester United and was named PFA Player of the Year, while also being nominated for the Ballon d'Or award that year.

On 31 August 2018, it was announced that he had joined Inter Milan on loan until 2020.[4] In May 2019, he helped Inter reach the UEFA Champions League final after scoring twice against Barcelona during their semi-final tie.

Lukaku has been capped over 100 times by Belgium and scored 27 goals for his country,[6][7][8] including 11 international goals in 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches which led to Belgium reaching Russia.

He represented Everton from 2009 to 2015; however, he moved back to Stamford Bridge following their relegation from the Premier League in 2016 and has since made 146 appearances.

He scored 82 goals across all competitions for Chelsea – making him one of the most successful strikers in English football history. Romelu Lukaku is a professional footballer who plays for Manchester United and the Belgium national team.

Lukaku scored his first goal for Chelsea in their 3-1 victory over West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on 21 September 2014. He was loaned to Everton from Chelsea during the 2013–14 season, scoring 15 goals in 31 appearances before returning to Stamford Bridge. 

On 1 January 2017, he joined Manchester United for £75 million ($112 million). In total, he has made 110 appearances and scored 53 goals for Everton and Manchester United combined. 

At the international level, Lukaku has represented Belgium at every age group from U15s up to senior nationals, including appearing at both the World Cup (where they reached the round of 16) and Euro 2016 (where they were knocked out in the group stage). 

After helping Inter Milan win Serie A title in the 2018–19 season, Lukaku signed a contract with Chelsea until 2021 but left them after only 26 games due to poor form which led him to being dropped by manager Maurizio Sarri.

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2. James Tarkowski

Everton F.C.

James Tarkowski Career

  • 2008–2009: Maine Road
  • 2009–2014: Oldham Athletic
  • 2014–2016: Brentford
  • 2016–2022: Burnley
  • 2022: Everton
  • 2018: England

James Tarkowski is a center-back who currently plays for Everton. Tarkowski was born in Manchester, England on 19 November 1992 and started playing football at the age of eight.

He played youth football for Manchester United before joining Burnley in 2013 where he has made over 150 appearances for the club. In 2017, Tarkowski signed with Everton on a five-year contract and has since helped them win two Premier League titles (2017–18; 2018–19).

He has also represented England at various youth levels including under-21s, senior team B internationals and full internationals having made his debut against Lithuania in 2016 aged just 21 years old. 

James Tarkinwki is married to model Ella Mulholland and they have one son together named George. 

James Tarkowski is a professional footballer who plays as a center-back for Premier League club Burnley and the England national team.

James started his career at his hometown club Blackburn Rovers, before joining Oldham Athletic in 2009. He made 72 appearances for the Latics before moving to Brentford in 2014. 

In 2016, he moved to Burnley where he has since become an important member of their defense, making 198 appearances and scoring 7 goals during his time there. 

In 2018, James was called up by England manager Gareth Southgate for their World Cup qualification campaign and made 2 appearances during the tournament including one start against Slovakia which England won 3-0.

At the international level, James has represented his country on 66 occasions scoring two goals – both coming in qualifying campaigns for major tournaments such as Euro 2016 and World Cup 2018 respectively.

While also playing at the 2017 Confederations Cup where they reached the semi-finals but lost 1-0 to Spain.

Also Played For: premier league fantasy football, premier league

3. Jordan Pickford

Everton F.C.

Jordan Pickford Career

  • 2002–2011: Sunderland
  • 2011–2017: Sunderland
  • 2012: Darlington (loan)
  • 2013: Alfreton Town (loan)
  • 2013: Burton Albion (loan)
  • 2014: Carlisle United (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Bradford City (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Preston North End (loan)
  • 2017: Everton
  • 2012–2013: England U19
  • 2015: England U20
  • 2015–2017: England U21
  • 2017: England

Jordan Pickford is a goalkeeper for Everton and was named the club's Player of the Year in 2017. Jordan Pickford was born on 7 March 1994 in Washington, England.

He started his career at Sunderland before moving to Darlington and Alfreton Town on loan spells. He made his full international debut for England in 2016 and went on to play at the 2018 FIFA World Cup where they were knocked out by Croatia in the quarter-finals.

Jordan Pickford is 6'1" tall and has played 31 games for Sunderland, Darlington, Alfreton Town (on loan), and Everton since making his professional debut aged 18 years old in 2012.

Jordan Pickford is a goalkeeper who has represented England at youth level and now plays for Everton in the Premier League.

He was born on 7 January 1996 in Sunderland, North East England. Jordan Pickford started his career playing for Sunderland before joining Liverpool in 2013 as their second-choice keeper behind Pepe Reina. 

After leaving Liverpool, he joined Burton Albion on loan in 2014 and Carlisle United on loan the following year.

In 2017, he signed for Preston North End and went onto make 24 appearances for them before signing with Everton permanently that same year where he currently plays. 

Jordan Pickford has also played 3 times for England's U19 side and 14 times for the U21s which includes captaining both sides once apiece. 

His international debut came against Switzerland during Euro 2016 qualifying where he kept a clean sheet in a 0–0 draw at Wembley Stadium to earn his place alongside Joe Hart among the senior set-up of English footballers.

At present (May 2019), Jordan Pickford is one of only 8 players to have been capped by every age group from Under 19 to Senior level.

Also Played For: united kingdom soccer, sunderland a.f.c

4. Tim Howard

Memphis 901 FC

Tim Howard Career

  • 1995–1997: Central Jersey Cosmos
  • 1997: North Jersey Imperials
  • 1998–2003: MetroStars
  • 1998: MLS Pro-40 (loan)
  • 2003–2007: Manchester United
  • 2006–2007: Everton (loan)
  • 2007–2016: Everton
  • 2016–2019: Colorado Rapids
  • 2020–2021: Memphis 901
  • 1999: United States U20
  • 1999: United States U23
  • 2002–2017: United States

Tim Howard was born on March 6, 1979 in North Brunswick, New Jersey. He started playing soccer at a young age and played for Central Jersey Cosmos before signing with MetroStars in 1997.

Howard spent the majority of his career with Manchester United where he won numerous trophies including three Premier League titles and two FA Cups. 

In 2007, Howard moved to Everton where he continued to play until 2017 when he signed with Colorado Rapids as their new goalkeeper coach.

Tim Howard is currently the goalkeeping coach for Colorado Rapids' MLS team.[5] Tim Howard is a world-renowned goalkeeper who has played for Everton and the Colorado Rapids in the English Premier League.

He was part of the United States side that won the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2007, and he also represented his country at both Copa America Centenario (winning silverware) and World Cup qualification. 

In 2019, Howard signed with Memphis 901 in Major League Soccer - where he continued to play until 2021 when he announced his retirement from professional football.

Also Played For: new york red bulls, united states best soccer players

5. Gary Lineker

Forward

Gary Lineker Career

  • 1976–1978: Leicester City
  • 1978–1985: Leicester City
  • 1985–1986: Everton
  • 1986–1989: Barcelona
  • 1989–1992: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 1992–1994: Nagoya Grampus
  • 1984: England B
  • 1984–1992: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Gary Lineker is a retired English professional football player who played as a striker. He began his career at Leicester City, where he scored over 100 goals in 367 appearances between 1976 and 1978.

He then transferred to Barcelona for £5 million, where he won two La Liga titles and the Copa del Rey. In 1984, Lineker moved to England's Manchester United, where he helped them win four Premier League titles and two Champions League trophies before retiring in 2002.

After retirement from playing, Lineker became an outspoken pundit for BBC Sport and ESPN FC TV channels. In 2010, he was made an OBE by Queen Elizabeth II for services to sport broadcasting Gary Lineker was born on December 13th, 1961 in Leicester, England. 

He started his professional career at Leicester City before moving to Everton and Barcelona later in his career.

He is best known for being a striker for Tottenham Hotspur during the late 80s and early 90s where he scored 105 goals in total including 48 international goals. 

After retiring from playing football Gary became a television presenter with shows such as Match of the Day and BBC1's Sportsweek programme among others. 

In 2016 he announced that he had been diagnosed with skin cancer which required surgery but thankfully it has since healed up successfully.

Also Played For: spurs premier league, tottenham

6. Idrissa Gueye

Midfielder

Idrissa Gueye Career

  • 2007–2008: Diambars
  • 2008–2010: Lille B
  • 2010–2015: Lille
  • 2015–2016: Aston Villa
  • 2016–2019: Everton
  • 2019–2022: Paris Saint-Germain
  • 2022: Everton
  • 2012: Senegal Olympic
  • 2011: Senegal

Idrissa Gueye is a defensive midfielder for Everton and has played for Lille B in France. Gueye was born in Dakar, Senegal on September 26th 1989. 

At 1.74m (5'9"), Idrissa is tall but not especially imposing physically, which may help him to play as a defensive midfielder or even at center back in some cases.

After starting out with Diambars, Gueye moved to Lille B where he made 55 appearances over two seasons before moving to English side Everton in 2017.

In England, Idrisse has quickly become an important part of the team and his tenacious defending has helped keep Everton up near the top of the Premier League table this season despite their inconsistent form overall.

Despite being 33 years old now and having spent most of his career playing outside of his home country Senegal - something that he openly admits can be frustrating at times - there's no doubting that Idrisa Gana-Gueye is one talented footballer who will only continue to improve with time.

Also Played For: senegal national football team, psg

7. Neville Southall

Goalkeeper

Neville Southall Career

  • 1970–1973: Llandudno Swifts
  • 1973–1974: Llandudno Town
  • 1974–1976: Bangor City
  • 1976–1979: Conwy United
  • 1979–1980: Winsford United
  • 1980–1981: Bury
  • 1981–1998: Everton
  • 1983: → Port Vale (loan)
  • 1997–1998: → Southend United (loan)
  • 1998: → Stoke City (loan)
  • 1998: Stoke City
  • 1998: Doncaster Rovers
  • 1998–2000: Torquay United
  • 1999: → Huddersfield Town (loan)
  • 2000: Bradford City
  • 2001: York City
  • 2001: Rhyl
  • 2001: Shrewsbury Town
  • 2001: Dover Athletic
  • 2001–2002: Shrewsbury Town
  • 2002: Dagenham & Redbridge
  • 1982–1997: Wales
  • 1999: Wales (caretaker manager)
  • 2001–2002: Dover Athletic
  • 2004–2005: Hastings United
  • 2009: Margate (caretaker manager)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Neville Southall is a Welsh goalkeeper who played for Everton in the English Premier League. He made his debut for Everton in 1980 and went on to make 578 appearances over the course of 18 years at Goodison Park.

Southall was an integral part of the team that won two league titles, four FA Cups and three UEFA Cups during his time at Everton. In 1998, after 19 years with Everton, he retired from professional football and later became manager of Bury FC.

Neville has since been awarded an MBE honorary degree by Llandudno University. He currently works as a goalkeeping coach with Liverpool's Academy.

Neville Southall was a Welsh international defender. He played for clubs such as Port Vale, Stoke City and Shrewsbury Town in the English Football League.

He also had loan spells at Southend United and Doncaster Rovers during his professional career. After leaving football, he became a manager with Welsh side Newport County in 2002–2003 season before becoming caretaker manager of Wales for one game in 1999.

Also Played For: wales

8. Alex Iwobi

Everton F.C.

Alex Iwobi Career

  • 2004–2015: Arsenal
  • 2015–2019: Arsenal
  • 2019: Everton
  • 2011–2012: England U16
  • 2013: England U17
  • 2013: England U18
  • 2015: Nigeria
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:58, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Alex Iwobi is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays for Everton in the Premier League. Iwobi started his career at Lagos-based club Enugu Rangers, before joining English side Arsenal in 2015.

He made his senior debut for Nigeria in 2016 and has since earned over 50 caps, scoring six goals. 

In 2019 he was part of the Arsenal team that won the Europa League Final against Liverpool. Iwobi is known for being an incisive passer with excellent vision and passing ability; although he can also be effective when attacking on his own as a forward or midfielder.

He has been compared to former Gunners player Patrick Vieira by pundits[3] Iwobi is a Nigerian international and Arsenal player who has made over 100 appearances for the club. 

Iwobi first came to prominence at Arsenal, making his senior debut in 2015 and scoring five goals in 101 appearances since then. 

Iwobi has featured for England at youth level but hasn't played for Nigeria internationally since 2016 due to eligibility restrictions with his birth country.

Iwobi is an attacking midfielder who likes to play on the front foot, often taking on defenders one-on-one or linking up with teammates in attack. 

Despite limited opportunities, this season under new manager Marco Silva, Iwobi remains an important part of Everton's squad and could be key when they face Manchester City in the FA Cup next month.

Also Played For: world cup nigeria, nigerian soccer

9. Tim Cahill

Australia national football team

Tim Cahill Career

  • 1995–1997: Sydney Olympic FC
  • 1997: Sydney United
  • 1997–1998: Millwall
  • 1998–2004: Millwall
  • 2004–2012: Everton
  • 2012–2015: New York Red Bulls
  • 2015–2016: Shanghai Shenhua
  • 2016: Hangzhou Greentown
  • 2016–2017: Melbourne City
  • 2018: Millwall
  • 2018–2019: Jamshedpur
  • 1994: Western Samoa U20
  • 2004: Australia Olympic (O.P.)
  • 2004–2018: Australia

Tim Cahill is a retired Australian footballer who played for Millwall, Everton and Shanghai Shenhua. He has also represented Australia in international football, making his debut in 2002.

After retiring from playing at the end of the 2016 season, Cahill moved into coaching with Hangzhou Greentown before joining Melbourne City as an assistant coach in January 2019. 

In June 2018 he was appointed head coach of New York Red Bulls II following Jesse Marsch's departure to RB Leipzig.

Tim Cahill was born on 6 December 1979 in Sydney, Australia and began his career with Sydney Olympic FC before moving to English side Millwall where he made 217 appearances between 1998 and 2004 scoring 56 goals.

In 2005, he joined Everton where he won the Premier League title twice (2005–06; 2007-08) as well as FA Cup (2004), UEFA Champions League (2005) and Intercontinental Cup (2007). 

He then signed for Chinese Super League club Shanghai Shenhua ahead of the 2012 season but failed to make an impact due to injury, returning to England later that year when he signed for MLS side New York Red Bulls.

Returning once again to China midway through the 2014 season,[7] Cahill spent two seasons with Hangzhou Greentown before signing for Melbourne City in January 2019. Timothy Filiga "Tim" Cahill OAM (/ˈkeɪhli/, -/kæh-lee/) is an Australian former professional association football player.

Who played as a midfielder or forward primarily internationally for Australia between 2002 and 2017 although having earlier represented his country at junior level including being part of their triumphant Under 18 squad at FIFA World Youth Championship 1999 held.

In Nigeria which included current Socceroos such as Brett Emerton, Luke Wilkshire, Mark Bresciano (captain)) David Villa, Lucas Neilsen, Craig Moore), Jason Culina; future Socceroo Tommy Rogic.

Also Played For: australian football league, melbourne city fc

10. Wayne Rooney

England national football team

Wayne Rooney Career

  • 1996–2002: Everton
  • 2002–2004: Everton
  • 2004–2017: Manchester United
  • 2017–2018: Everton
  • 2018–2019: D.C. United
  • 2020–2021: Derby County
  • 2000–2001: England U15
  • 2001–2002: England U17
  • 2002–2003: England U19
  • 2003–2018: England
  • 2020–2022: Derby County
  • 2022: D.C. United
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Wayne Rooney is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for D.C. United in the MLS. He began his career at Everton before moving to Manchester United in 2004.

Where he has since played over 500 games and scored over 250 goals, making him one of the most successful English footballers of all time.

Rooney was named PFA player of the year in 2010 and 2017 and won two Premier League titles with Manchester United (2007–08, 2013-14). 

In 2016 he became England's record goalscorer with 50 goals in internationals, overtaking Bobby Charlton's long standing record of 49 goals. 

Rooney has also represented Australia 31 times scoring 10 goals,[5] Republic of Ireland 29 times scoring 12[6] and Northern Ireland 23 times scoring 5.

He made his senior debut for England aged 18 against Scotland on 16 November 2002 becoming only the fourth player to have appeared at both under-21 and senior levels for England after Peter Shilton.

David Beckham and Paul Gascoigne respectively On 30 May 2018, Wayne Rooney announced his retirement from international football following their World Cup campaign which ended with a semi final loss to Croatia.

Also Played For: uefa cup, manchester united f.c

11. Jack Rodwell

England national football team

Jack Rodwell Career

  • 1998–2007: Everton
  • 2007–2012: Everton
  • 2012–2014: Manchester City
  • 2014–2018: Sunderland
  • 2018–2019: Blackburn Rovers
  • 2020–2021: Sheffield United
  • 2021–2022: Western Sydney Wanderers
  • 2022: Sydney FC
  • 2006–2007: England U16
  • 2007–2008: England U17
  • 2008–2009: England U19
  • 2009–2012: England U21
  • 2011–2013: England

Jack Rodwell is a 31-year-old English centre back who currently plays for Sydney FC. Jack Rodwell started his career at Everton, before moving to Manchester City in 2012.

In 2014, he joined Sunderland and has since made 67 appearances for the club. Rodwell was capped 16 times by England between 2007 and 2012, but has not represented his country since 2015 due to injury problems.

He has also been part of the England U21 team that won the 2010 European Championship title, as well as appearing at the 2009 FIFA U20 World Cup and 2013.

Confederations Cup tournament Rodwell started his footballing career with Manchester City, making over 150 appearances for the club before being sold to Everton in 2013.

Rodwell made a big impact at Everton, winning several trophies with the club including the Premier League title and FA Cup. In January 2019, Rodwell announced that he was retiring from professional football after 11 years of playing professionally. 

Rodwell has also represented England on many occasions and played at UEFA European Under-21 Championship in 2009 where they reached the final but lost to Sweden.

On 25 April 2022, Jack Rodwell retired from professional football after 11 years playing professionally and 21 clubs overall.

Also Played For: sydney fc, western sydney wanderers fc

12. Abdoulaye Doucouré

Midfielder

Abdoulaye Doucouré Career

  • 2004–2007: OFC Les Mureaux
  • 2007–2012: Rennes
  • 2010–2013: Rennes B
  • 2012–2016: Rennes
  • 2016–2020: Watford
  • 2016: → Granada (loan)
  • 2020–: Everton
  • 2009–2010: France U17
  • 2010: France U18
  • 2011–2012: France U19
  • 2012–2013: France U20
  • 2014: France U21
  • 2022–: Mali
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:57, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Abdoulaye Doucouré is a central midfielder who currently plays for Everton. Doucouré started his career with OFC Les Mureaux before joining Rennes in 2007.

He has represented France at youth levels and made one appearance for the senior team in 2017. 

Doucouré is known for his accurate passing and strong defensive play, which has helped him to become a key player for Everton over the past few years Abdoulaye Doucouré is a successful French footballer who has played for Rennes, Watford and Everton.

He was born on 2 January 1994 in the city of Lille, France. Doucouré started his career at hometown club Rennes before moving to Watford in England in 2012. 

After two seasons with Watford, he joined Premier League side Everton in 2016 and has since made 69 appearances for them overall as well as 15 appearances on loan at Granada during this time frame.

Doucouré represented France at U17 level before going on to make 19 appearances for the U18s and 5 outings for the U19s all while playing mainly as a centre-back. 

Since making his senior international debut in November 2009, he has gone onto earn over 50 caps and score two goals for Les Bleus including their victory at Euro 2016 where they lifted their first ever major trophy.

Also Played For: watford f.c, mali

13. Richarlison

Tottenham Hotspur F.C.

Richarlison Career

  • 2013–2014: Real Noroeste
  • 2014–2015: América Mineiro
  • 2015–2016: América Mineiro
  • 2016–2017: Fluminense
  • 2017–2018: Watford
  • 2018–2022: Everton
  • 2022–: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 2017: Brazil U20
  • 2021: Brazil Olympic
  • 2018–: Brazil

Richarlison is a Brazilian forward who signed for Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2018. He started his career with América Mineiro, before moving to Fluminense in 2016.

Richarlison helped Brazil win the Copa América in 2019 and was named Man of the Match after scoring two goals in the final against Peru. Richarlison is currently playing for Tottenham Hotspur in England's Premier League and has scored nine goals so far this season.

Richarlison is a Brazilian international footballer who plays for Everton and the Brazil national team. Richarlison began his career with Watford in England, before joining Everton in 2018. 

He has made 38 appearances and scored 5 goals for Watford since 2017, while also scoring 42 times for Brazil since debuting in 2017.

Richarlison was part of the Brazilian side that won Copa América 2019, as well as runner-up at the 2021 Copa America finals. At international level he has represented Brazil at both the Olympic Games (2018) and World Cup (2022).

Also Played For: brazil

14. Vitalii Mykolenko

Defender

Vitalii Mykolenko Career

  • 2012–2017: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 2017–2022: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 2022–: Everton
  • 2016: Ukraine U17
  • 2016–2017: Ukraine U18
  • 2017–2018: Ukraine U19
  • 2018: Ukraine U21
  • 2018–: Ukraine
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:15, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Vitalii Mykolenko is a Ukrainian left-back who currently plays for Everton. He has previously played for Dynamo Kyiv and made his international debut for Ukraine in 2019.

Mykolenko started his career with Dynamo Kyiv, where he made his senior debut in 2018. He has since made over 100 appearances for the club and helped them win the Ukrainian Cup in 2018.

Mykolenko has also represented Ukraine at youth level, making his debut in 2016. He has since played at the U-19, U-20, and U-21 levels. He has also been a part of the Ukraine national team squad.

Mykolenko is a versatile defender who is capable of playing left-back or left wing-back. He is known for his speed, stamina, and crossing ability. Everton signed Mykolenko in January 2019 and he made his debut in the FA Cup against Manchester United.

He has since made over 20 appearances for the club.

Also Played For: ukraine soccer, fc dynamo kyiv

15. Peter Beardsley

Peter Beardsley Career

  • 1979–1982: Carlisle United
  • 1981: Vancouver Whitecaps
  • 1982: Vancouver Whitecaps
  • 1982–1983: Manchester United
  • 1983: Vancouver Whitecaps
  • 1983–1987: Newcastle United
  • 1987–1991: Liverpool
  • 1991–1993: Everton
  • 1993–1997: Newcastle United
  • 1997–1998: Bolton Wanderers
  • 1998: Manchester City (loan)
  • 1998: Fulham (loan)
  • 1998: Fulham
  • 1998–1999: Hartlepool United
  • 1999: Melbourne Knights
  • 1991–1992: England 
  • 1986–1996: England
  • 1999–2000: England
  • 2001–2011: Newcastle United Reserves
  • 2010: Newcastle United
  • 2014–2018: Newcastle United Reserves
  • 2015: Newcastle United 

Peter Beardsley is a former English footballer who played as a forward and midfielder. He began his career at Newcastle United, and later played for Manchester United and Vancouver Whitecaps.

He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2012. He retired in 2003 after a lengthy injury crisis. He has since been involved in television and radio punditry. He is married with three children.

He was born in Hexham, Northumberland, in 1961. He has been awarded an MBE in 2012. He currently works as a television pundit. Beardsley began his managerial career at Newcastle United, taking over from Terry McDermott in 1999.

Beardsley helped guide the team to Premier League safety in his first season, but was sacked in 2001 after a poor run of results. 

He then returned to the club as assistant manager under Steve McClaren, before taking over as caretaker manager following McClaren's resignation.

He was given the job on a permanent basis in 2014 and has since led the team to two successive top-ten finishes. 

Beardsley has also worked as a television pundit, appearing on programmes such as Match of the Day and Soccer AM. He was born in Newcastle and played for the club as a youngster.

Beardsley is a former England international, making his debut in 1986.

Also Played For: newcastle united f.c., liverpool f.c

16. Mikel Arteta

Midfielder

Mikel Arteta Career

  • 1991–1997: Antiguoko
  • 1997–1999: Barcelona
  • 1999: Barcelona C
  • 1999–2002: Barcelona B
  • 2001–2002: → Paris Saint-Germain (loan)
  • 2002–2004: Rangers
  • 2004–2005: Real Sociedad
  • 2005: → Everton (loan)
  • 2005–2011: Everton
  • 2011–2016: Arsenal
  • 1998–1999: Spain U16
  • 1999: Spain U17
  • 1999–2001: Spain U18
  • 2002–2003: Spain U21
  • 2016–2019: Manchester City (assistant)
  • 2019–: Arsenal
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Mikel Arteta is a Spanish midfielder who currently manages Arsenal. He began his career at Antiguoko before joining Barcelona in 1999. He made over 500 appearances for Barcelona, winning La Liga and the Copa del Rey twice.

He joined Arsenal in 2014 and has since won two FA Cups. He is considered one of the best Spanish midfielders of his generation. 

He is a free agent after leaving Arsenal at the end of the 2018-19 season. He is expected to join Spanish side Sevilla in the summer.

He has been a regular member of the Spain national team. He is the son of former Spanish international footballer Manu Amatriain. 

Mikel Arteta was born on December 10, 1981 in the city of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. He started his career at Barcelona where he played for their B team from 1999 to 2002.

In 2001, he moved to Paris Saint-Germain on loan and helped them win the Ligue 1 championship. In 2002, he was signed by Rangers and helped them win the Scottish Premier League championship. 

He then moved to Real Sociedad in 2004 and helped them win the Spanish La Liga championship. He then signed with Everton in 2005 and helped them win the Premier League championship.

In 2011, he was signed by Arsenal and helped them win the English Premier League championship. He then moved to Manchester City in 2016 and was appointed their assistant manager. He was appointed Arsenal's manager in 2019.

Also Played For: arsenal f.c

17. Conor Coady

Defender

Conor Coady Career

  • 2005–2011: Liverpool
  • 2011–2014: Liverpool
  • 2013–2014:  Sheffield United (loan)
  • 2014–2015: Huddersfield Town
  • 2015: Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • 2022:  Everton (loan)
  • 2009: England U16
  • 2009–2010: England U17
  • 2010–2011: England U18
  • 2011: England U19
  • 2013: England U20
  • 2020: England

Conor Coady is a 29-year-old centre-back who currently plays for Everton on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers. Coady was born in St Helens, Merseyside, England in 1993.

He first played for Liverpool aged just 10, and made one appearance for the club before joining Sheffield United on loan in 2014. 

Coady has represented England at youth level, and was part of the team that won the 2012 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.

He is a fierce defender who is known for his composure on the ball. Coady is likely to be a long-term fixture for Everton, and is tipped for big things in the future. 

He is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance. Coady is married to his long-time girlfriend, and the pair have a young daughter. Conor Coady is a solid defender who is well-respected within the football community.

Also Played For: wolverhampton wanderers f.c, england national football team

18. Amadou Onana

Amadou Onana Career

  • 2017: Zulte Waregem
  • 2017–2020: 1899 Hoffenheim
  • 2019–2020: 1899 Hoffenheim II
  • 2020–2021: Hamburger SV
  • 2021–2022: Lille
  • 2022–: Everton
  • 2018: Belgium U17
  • 2018–2019: Belgium U18
  • 2019: Belgium U19
  • 2021–: Belgium U21
  • 2022–: Belgium
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:09, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15

Amadou Onana is a Senegalese defensive midfielder who currently plays for Everton. Onana has made several appearances for the Senegal national team, most notably at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Onana was born in Dakar, Senegal in 2001. Onana started his career at Anderlecht, before moving to RWS Bruxelles in 2015.

Onana made his Premier League debut for Everton in October of 2018. Onana is a talented defensive midfielder who is likely to be a key player for Everton in the future.

Amadou Onana is likely to be a part of the Senegal national team for many years to come. Amadou Onana is a talented young player who is likely to develop further in the future. 

Onana is a versatile defender who can play in defence or midfield. Onana made his professional debut with Zulte Waregem in 2017.

Onana has represented Belgium at U17 and U18 levels. Onana signed for Hoffenheim in 2020. Onana has made one appearance for Hoffenheim II. 

Onana is currently contracted to Hoffenheim. Onana is likely to feature for Belgium at the 2022 World Cup. Onana is a key player for Hoffenheim.

Also Played For: belgium national football team

19. Marouane Fellaini

Midfielder

Marouane Fellaini Career

  • 1994–1997: Anderlecht
  • 1997–2000: Mons
  • 2000–2002: R. Francs Borains
  • 2002–2004: Sporting Charleroi
  • 2004–2006: Standard Liège
  • 2006–2008: Standard Liège
  • 2008–2013: Everton
  • 2013–2019: Manchester United
  • 2019–: Shandong Taishan
  • 2004–2005: Belgium U18
  • 2006: Belgium U19
  • 2006–2007: Belgium U21
  • 2007–2018: Belgium

Fellaini is a Belgian international midfielder who has played for clubs in Belgium, France, and China. He began his career at Anderlecht, before moving to Mons in 2000.

He spent two seasons at Sporting Charleroi before joining Standard Liège in 2004. He moved to Shandong Taishan in 2018. Fellaini has represented Belgium at the World Cup twice, in 2014 and 2018.

He has also won a number of trophies with his clubs, including the Belgian Pro League (four times), the Belgian Cup (four times), and the UEFA Europa League (once). Fellaini is known for his physicality and tough play in midfield.

He has been banned from international competition on a number of occasions for disciplinary issues. Fellaini is married to Belgian model Anouk van Korte and they have three children. Fellaini is a Muslim and has spoken about his faith in the media.

Also Played For: standard de liège, chinese super league

20. Leighton Baines

Defender

Leighton Baines Career

  • 2002–2007: Wigan Athletic
  • 2007–2020: Everton
  • 2004–2007: England U21
  • 2010–2015: England
  • 2022: Everton U18
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Leighton Baines is a defender who plays for Everton in the Premier League. He was born in England in 1984 and started his career with Everton. Baines has made over 200 Premier League appearances for Everton and played at the 2006 World Cup.

He has also played for Wigan Athletic, Blackburn Rovers, and Manchester United. Baines was a key part of the England team that reached the 2014 World Cup final. He is currently a free agent and is likely to retire at the end of the season. Baines is married and has two children.

Baines is a hard-working defender who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. He is a regular member of the England national team and is considered to be one of the best left-backs in the Premier League. 

Leighton Baines started his senior career with Wigan Athletic, making 145 appearances over 4 years.

He then signed for Everton in 2007, becoming a regular in the team over the next 3 years. Baines represented England at U21 level before making his full international debut in 2004. 

Baines was a part of the Everton side that reached the FA Cup final in 2014, where they lost to Manchester City. In 2015, Baines left Everton to join French side Bordeaux on a free transfer.

He rejoined Everton in the summer of 2018, and has since made 33 appearances for the club. Leighton Baines is currently a coach at Everton's U18 side. He is also a regular pundit for BBC Sport. Leighton Baines is a versatile defender, capable of playing at left-back or centre-back.

Also Played For: wigan athletic f.c

21. Graeme Sharp

Graeme Sharp Career

  • 1978–1980: Dumbarton
  • 1980–1991: Everton
  • 1991–1997: Oldham Athletic
  • 1997: Bangor City
  • 1982: Scotland U21
  • 1985–1988: Scotland
  • 1994–1997: Oldham Athletic (player-manager)
  • 1997–1998: Bangor City
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Graeme Sharp is a Scottish professional footballer who currently plays for Rangers as a forward. Sharp has played for several teams in Scotland and England, including Rangers, Aberdeen and Ipswich Town.

He has also represented Scotland at international level, making over 50 appearances. Sharp retired from playing in 2011, but returned to the game in 2013 and has since played for several clubs in Scotland.

Sharp has been awarded two caps by Scotland, and was part of the team that reached the UEFA Euro 2008 finals. Sharp was born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1960. He started his career with local side Glencairn before signing for Aberdeen in 1982.

Sharp moved to Ipswich Town in 1989, and spent five seasons with the club before signing for Rangers in 1993. 

He spent nine seasons with Rangers, winning three Scottish Premier League titles and two Scottish Cup trophies. Sharp retired from playing in 2011, but returned to the game in 2013 and has since played for several clubs in Scotland.

He has also represented Scotland at international level, making over 50 appearances. Sharp was named 2008 Scottish Footballer of the Year, and was inducted into the Scottish Football Hall of Fame in 2016.

22. Dominic Calvert-Lewin

Forward

Dominic Calvert-Lewin Career

  • 2005–2014: Sheffield United
  • 2014–2016: Sheffield United
  • 2014–2015: → Stalybridge Celtic (loan)
  • 2015–2016: → Northampton Town (loan)
  • 2016–: Everton
  • 2016–2017: England U20
  • 2017–2019: England U21
  • 2020–: England

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a striker for Everton and was born in Sheffield, England in 1997. Dominic Calvert-Lewin made his debut for Sheffield United in 2014 and scored six goals in eleven appearances.

Calvert-Lewin joined Everton in 2016 and has since scored nine goals in thirty-one appearances. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a young and promising striker and is looking to further his career at Everton. 

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a fast and skillful striker and is considered a key player for Everton.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is likely to feature prominently for Everton this season and is expected to help the team achieve their goals. 

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a talented and promising young striker and is looking to make a name for himself in the Premier League. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a fast and skillful striker who is capable of scoring goals at any moment.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a young and talented striker who is looking to make a name for himself in the Premier League.

23. Séamus Coleman

Defender

Séamus Coleman Career

  • 2006–2009: Sligo Rovers
  • 2009: Everton
  • 2010:  Blackpool (loan)
  • 2007–2010: Republic of Ireland U21
  • 2011: Republic of Ireland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:18, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Coleman is an Irish international footballer who currently plays for Everton. Coleman has represented the Republic of Ireland at Under-21, Under-19, and senior level.

Coleman is a right-back who is known for his hard-working style and strong defending. Coleman has made over 200 appearances for Everton, and has won a number of honours, including the Premier League in 2013.

Coleman is a regular member of the Irish national team, and has made over 50 appearances for his country. Coleman is due to retire from football at the end of the 2016–17 season. Coleman is a two-time winner of the PFA Player of the Year award.

Coleman has announced his retirement from international football, after winning a third consecutive European Championship. Coleman is an Irish international footballer who currently plays for Everton.

Also Played For: football right back, republic of ireland football team

24. Bob Latchford

Bob Latchford Career

  • 1967–1968: Birmingham City
  • 1968–1974: Birmingham City
  • 1974–1981: Everton
  • 1981: Brisbane Lions
  • 1981–1984: Swansea City
  • 1984: NAC Breda
  • 1984–1985: Coventry City
  • 1985–1986: Lincoln City
  • 1986: → Newport County (loan)
  • 1986–1987: Merthyr Tydfil
  • England youth
  • England U23
  • 1977–1979: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bob Latchford was born in Birmingham, England in 1951. He started his career at Birmingham City in 1967 and went on to play for Everton for a total of 236 appearances.

He is best known for his time at Everton where he was a regular goalscorer. Latchford retired from playing in 1981 and has since worked as a football coach. He was inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2002.

He is currently the head coach of the academy of English club Wolverhampton Wanderers. Latchford is married with two children. He has been involved in coaching at junior level for over 30 years. Latchford was awarded an OBE in the 2002 Queen's Birthday Honours.

Bob Latchford was born in Bolton in 1951. He played for Bolton Wanderers from 1971 to 1978, making over 250 appearances and scoring 42 goals. 

He then moved to Swansea City, where he made 87 appearances and scored 35 goals. He then moved to Dutch side NAC Breda, where he made 16 appearances and scored 13 goals.

He then moved to Coventry City, where he made 12 appearances and scored 2 goals. He then moved to Lincoln City, where he made 15 appearances and scored 2 goals. 

He then moved to Newport County, where he made 20 appearances and scored 5 goals. He then retired in 1987. He later worked as a coach at Coventry City, Swansea City, and Newport County.

Also Played For: birmingham city

25. Michael Keane

Defender

Michael Keane Career

  • South Manchester Juniors
  • 2004–2011: Manchester United
  • 2011–2015: Manchester United
  • 2012–2013: → Leicester City (loan)
  • 2013–2014: → Derby County (loan)
  • 2014: → Blackburn Rovers (loan)
  • 2014–2015: → Burnley (loan)
  • 2015–2017: Burnley
  • 2017–: Everton
  • 2010: Republic of Ireland U17
  • 2011: Republic of Ireland U19
  • 2012: England U19
  • 2014: England U20
  • 2013–2015: England U21
  • 2017–2020: England

Keane started his career at Manchester United, before spending time on loan at Leicester City and Derby County. He made his debut for Everton in 2017. Keane is a central defender and has represented England at youth level.

Keane is tall and strong, and is known for his aerial ability. Keane has made one appearance for Everton in 2017–18. Keane is a highly-rated defender, and is seen as a potential long-term successor to John Stones at Everton.

Keane is a committed player and is known for his work-rate. Keane is expected to continue his development at Everton, and is expected to become a key player for the club in the future. Keane is a talented defender and has the potential to become a top-class player.

Keane is a highly-rated defender, and is seen as a potential long-term successor to John Stones at Everton.

Also Played For: burnley f.c

26. Mason Holgate

Defender

Mason Holgate Career

  • 2005–2014: Barnsley
  • 2014–2015: Barnsley
  • 2015–: Everton
  • 2019: → West Bromwich Albion (loan)
  • 2015–2016: England U20
  • 2016–2018: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:44, 27 August 2022 (UTC)

Mason Holgate is 26 years old and plays for Everton. Mason Holgate has played for England U21s and is considered one of the brightest prospects in English football.

Mason Holgate is a centre-back and is highly rated by clubs across Europe. Mason Holgate made his debut for Everton in the Premier League in December 2017. 

Mason Holgate is a regular for England at youth level and is expected to make an impact at senior level in the near future.

Mason Holgate is a strong defender who is sure to improve Everton's defence. Mason Holgate is a consistent performer for Everton and is expected to continue this in the future. 

Mason Holgate is a promising young defender who is sure to make an impact on the footballing world in the future.

Mason Holgate is a talented centre-back who is sure to make a significant impact on the Everton team in the near future.

Also Played For: barnsley f.c

27. Ellis Simms

Forward

Ellis Simms Career

  • 2017–2020: Everton
  • 2020: Everton
  • 2021: Blackpool (loan)
  • 2022: Heart of Midlothian (loan)
  • 2022: Sunderland (loan)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:22, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Ellis Simms is a striker who currently plays for Everton. He was born on January 5, 2001 in Oldham, England. Ellis is 6' 3" tall and has been a regular for Everton since making his debut in 2016.

Ellis has scored 21 goals in all competitions for Everton so far. Ellis Simms is a young, talented striker with a lot of potential. He is expected to continue to improve and play at a high level for many years to come.

Ellis is a popular player with the Everton fanbase, and is known for his hardworking attitude on and off the pitch. 

Ellis is a friendly person who enjoys spending time with his family and friends. Ellis is a passionate Everton fan who is always looking to support his team.

Ellis Simms is a talented striker with a lot of potential who is expected to continue to improve and play at a high level for many years to come.

28. Howard Kendall

Midfielder

Howard Kendall Career

  • 1961–1963: Preston North End
  • 1963–1967: Preston North End
  • 1967–1974: Everton
  • 1974–1977: Birmingham City
  • 1977–1979: Stoke City
  • 1979–1981: Blackburn Rovers
  • 1981: Everton
  • 1979–1981: Blackburn Rovers
  • 1981–1987: Everton
  • 1987–1989: Athletic Bilbao
  • 1989–1990: Manchester City
  • 1990–1993: Everton
  • 1994: Xanthi
  • 1995: Notts County
  • 1995–1997: Sheffield United
  • 1997–1998: Everton
  • 1998–1999: Ethnikos Piraeus
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Howard Kendall was a midfielder who played for Everton and Preston North End in the 1960s and 1970s. Kendall was born in England in 1946 and began his career with Preston North End.

He helped Everton win the FA Cup in 1974 and the League Championship in 1975. Kendall later played for Manchester United and Fulham before retiring in 1984. He died in 2015 at the age of 69.

Howard Kendall was one of the most successful English midfielders of the 1970s. He was known for his excellent passing and positional play. Kendall was a member of the England squad that reached the World Cup final in 1990.

He was an important member of the Everton team that won the FA Cup in 1985 and the League Championship in 1986. Howard Kendall was a successful manager in the English Premier League, guiding Everton to four league titles. 

He also had a long and successful managerial career in Spain, where he won the La Liga championship with Athletic Bilbao in 1987.

Kendall returned to England in 1989 and led Manchester City to the title in 1990. He then joined Everton, where he remained until 1993. He then moved to Greece to manage Xanthi for two seasons. He then returned to England to manage Sheffield United for two seasons. 

He then served as assistant manager to Roy Hodgson at England for two years. He then moved back to Spain to manage Ethnikos Piraeus for two seasons.

Also Played For: stoke city f.c

29. Dixie Dean

Dixie Dean Career

  • 1923–1925: Tranmere Rovers
  • 1925–1937: Everton
  • 1938–1939: Notts County
  • 1939: Sligo Rovers
  • 1940: Hurst
  • 1927–1932: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Dixie Dean was a prolific goalscorer for Everton during the 1930s and 1940s. Dean is most famous for his hat-trick against Arsenal in a 5-1 victory in the 1948-49 season.

Dean also holds the record for the most goals scored in a season for Everton, with 38 in the 1948-49 season. Dean was also a prolific international goalscorer, scoring 41 goals in 62 appearances for England.

Dean died in 1980, aged 73, after a long illness. Dean is regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Dean is buried at Goodison Park. Dean has been the subject of a biography, Dixie, published in 1978.

Dean is a member of the English Football Hall of Fame. Dixie Dean was a prolific goal scorer in the English league and earned his nickname of "The King of goals" for his exceptional scoring abilities. 

Dean was born in 1923 in Consett, County Durham and played for Tranmere Rovers from 1923 to 1925 before joining Everton.

Dean scored 349 goals in 397 appearances for Everton, making him the most prolific goalscorer in the club's history. Dean also played for Sligo Rovers and Hurst before retiring in 1939. 

Dean earned 16 international caps for England and was a key player in the team's successes at the World Cup and the European Championships. Dean died in 1965 at the age of 50 after a long battle with alcoholism.

30. Tom Davies

Midfielder

Tom Davies Career

  • 2009–2015: Everton
  • 2015–: Everton
  • 2013–2014: England U16
  • 2014–2015: England U17
  • 2016: England U18
  • 2016–2017: England U19
  • 2017–2021: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:19, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Tom Davies is a central midfielder who has played for Everton since 2018. Davies was born in Liverpool, England and started playing football at the age of six.

Davies played for Liverpool's youth team before signing a contract with Everton in 2016. Davies has made 23 appearances for Everton and has scored one goal. Davies has been described as a "talented and composed midfielder" who is "able to win back possession and start attacks".

Davies is a regular member of the England under-19 team and was part of the team that won the European Under-19 Championship in 2017. 

Davies has been called up to the England national team for the first time in November 2018. Davies is the son of former Wales international midfielder David Davies.

Tom Davies is a young English footballer who currently plays for Everton in the Premier League. He has represented England at the U16 and U17 levels, but has yet to make an appearance for the U18s. 

Davies is a creative and attacking midfielder who is known for his speed, passing and vision. He has been compared to Gareth Bale and Ryan Giggs due to his attacking play.

Davies made his first-team debut for Everton in the 2015-16 season and has since played 148 games for the club, scoring six goals. He has also represented England at the U16 and U17 levels. Davies is a regular for England U21s, playing eight times in total. 

He is also a regular for the England U18s, where he has made four appearances. Davies is a highly-rated prospect and is seen as a potential future star by many pundits.

Everton are rumoured to be interested in signing him to a long-term contract. Davies is a versatile player who can play as a attacking midfielder, central midfielder or as a forward. 

He is considered one of the most promising young talents in English football and is likely to represent England at international level for many years to come.

31. Andrei Kanchelskis

Andrei Kanchelskis Career

  • 1986–1987: Zirka Kirovohrad
  • 1988–1990: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 1990–1991: Shakhtar Donetsk
  • 1991–1995: Manchester United
  • 1995–1997: Everton
  • 1997–1998: Fiorentina
  • 1998–2002: Rangers
  • 2001: → Manchester City (loan)
  • 2002–2003: Southampton
  • 2003: Al Hilal
  • 2004: Dynamo Moscow
  • 2004–2005: Saturn Ramenskoye
  • 2006: Krylia Sovetov
  • 1989–1990: Soviet Union U21
  • 1989–1991: Soviet Union
  • 1992: CIS
  • 1992–1998: Russia
  • 2010: Torpedo-ZIL Moscow
  • 2011–2012: Ufa
  • 2013–2014: Volga Nizhny Novgorod (assistant)
  • 2014: Jūrmala
  • 2016: Solyaris Moscow
  • 2018–2019: Navbahor Namangan
  • 2019–2020: Navbahor Namangan

Andrei Kanchelskis is a former Ukrainian winger who played for Manchester United and Everton in the Premier League. Kanchelskis was born in Kirovohrad, Ukrainian SSR, in 1969 and started his career with Zirka Kirovohrad.

He joined Manchester United in 1986 and stayed with the club until 1997. He then moved to Everton and spent two seasons there before joining Fiorentina. Kanchelskis then moved to Rangers in 2001 before joining Manchester City on loan in 2002.

He retired in 2003 after playing for Southampton. Kanchelskis was inducted into the Ukrainian Football Hall of Fame in 2006. 

He has since worked as a football commentator for the Russian TV network RT. Andrei Kanchelskis is married and has two children.

Andrei Kanchelskis is a Russian football manager who has managed clubs such as Ufa and Torpedo-ZIL Moscow. 

He has also worked as an assistant manager at Jūrmala and Navbahor Namangan. Kanchelskis made his international managerial debut in 2018 with Solyaris Moscow.

He has a total of 460 international appearances to his name, representing his country at various levels. 

Kanchelskis has won three Russian Premier League titles, as well as two Russian Cups and a Russian Super Cup. In December 2018, he was named the manager of the Russia national team.

Kanchelskis is a product of the Rubin Kazan youth system. He made his professional debut in the Russian Premier League in 1998. Kanchelskis is married with three children.

32. Tony Hibbert

Defender

Tony Hibbert Career

  • 1991–1998: Everton
  • 1998–2016: Everton
  • 2021–: ES Louzy
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Tony Hibbert is a former English footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He started his career with Liverpool, making over 250 appearances for the club.

He then spent time at Everton, and later at Manchester City. Hibbert was part of the England team that won the World Cup in 2010. He retired from football in 2015.

Hibbert is currently the sporting director at Everton. Hibbert is married to model Rachel Stevens and they have two children. Hibbert is a father of two and he is currently based in Everton, England.

Tony Hibbert is a very respected figure in the English footballing community, and he has been described as a "legend" by many. Tony Hibbert first played for Everton in the 1991–1998 season. He made 265 appearances for the club and scored 0 goals.

Tony Hibbert was part of the team that won the FA Cup in 1997. He left Everton in 2016 and signed for ES Louzy. Tony Hibbert has represented England at youth level. He is a right-back and is currently playing for ES Louzy in the Thai Premier League.

Tony Hibbert is a veteran player and is a valuable member of the team. He is respected by his team-mates and is a hard worker. Tony Hibbert is a great defender and is a key part of the team.

33. Steven Pienaar

Midfielder

Steven Pienaar Career

  • West Ham Westbury
  • Westbury Arsenal
  • School of Excellence
  • Ajax Cape Town
  • 1999–2001: Ajax Cape Town
  • 2001–2006: Ajax
  • 2006–2008: Borussia Dortmund
  • 2007–2008: → Everton (loan)
  • 2008–2011: Everton
  • 2011–2012: Tottenham Hotspur
  • 2012: → Everton (loan)
  • 2012–2016: Everton
  • 2016–2017: Sunderland
  • 2017–2018: Bidvest Wits
  • 1999–2000: South Africa U17
  • 2002–2012: South Africa
  • 2019–2020: SV Robinhood (assistant)
  • 2020–: Ajax (youth)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Steven Pienaar is a South African professional footballer who currently plays for Ajax in the Dutch Eredivisie. Pienaar started his career at West Ham United and played for the club's youth teams before moving to Arsenal.

Pienaar spent two seasons with Arsenal before moving to Ajax in 2007. Pienaar has won 11 caps for the South African national team, and was a member of the team that reached the 2010 World Cup final. 

Pienaar is known for his pace and skill on the wing, and is often used as an attacking midfielder.

Pienaar was named Ajax Player of the Year in 2015, and has been nominated for the Dutch Footballer of the Year award twice. Pienaar has been linked with a move to Premier League club Everton in the past. 

Pienaar is married to former Miss South Africa winner Charlize Theron, and has two children. Pienaar is a ambassador for the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund.

34. Duncan Ferguson

Forward

Duncan Ferguson Career

  • 1989–1990: Carse Thistle
  • 1990–1993: Dundee United
  • 1993–1994: Rangers
  • 1994: → Everton (loan)
  • 1994–1998: Everton
  • 1998–2000: Newcastle United
  • 2000–2006: Everton
  • 1992–1997: Scotland
  • 2019: Everton (interim)
  • 2022: Everton (interim)
  • 2023–: Forest Green Rovers
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Duncan Ferguson is a Scottish footballer who currently plays for Forest Green Rovers. Ferguson started his career at Carse Thistle before moving to Everton, where he became one of the most prolific strikers in the Premier League.

Ferguson made a total of 383 appearances in the Premier League, scoring 187 goals. Ferguson was capped 43 times by Scotland, scoring 13 goals. Ferguson has also played for Aberdeen, Newcastle United, Fulham and Sunderland. Ferguson retired from professional football in 2013.

Ferguson is currently the manager of Forest Green Rovers. Ferguson is married and has two children. Ferguson is a coach at Everton's youth academy. 

Duncan Ferguson was born in Dundee, Scotland on October 16, 1974. He started his career at Dundee United before joining Rangers in 1993.

He had a loan spell at Everton in 1994 before joining Newcastle United in 1998. Ferguson made his international debut for Scotland in 1992. 

He retired from playing in 2006 after spending thirteen years with Everton. Ferguson later became a manager, first with Everton's reserves and then with Forest Green Rovers.

He was appointed interim manager of Everton in 2019. He has won two Premier League titles with Everton and three FA Cups. He is also a two-time Scottish Premier League champion and three-time Scottish Cup winner.

35. David Unsworth

David Unsworth Career

  • 1992: Everton
  • 1992–1997: Everton
  • 1997–1998: West Ham United
  • 1998: Aston Villa
  • 1998–2004: Everton
  • 2004–2005: Portsmouth
  • 2005: → Ipswich Town (loan)
  • 2005–2007: Sheffield United
  • 2007: Wigan Athletic
  • 2007–2008: Burnley
  • 2008–2009: Huddersfield Town
  • 1994–1995: England U21
  • 1995: England
  • 2010–2011: Preston North End (caretaker)
  • 2011–2012: Preston North End (caretaker)
  • 2013: Sheffield United (assistant)
  • 2013–2014: Everton U23 (assistant)
  • 2014–2022: Everton U23
  • 2016: Everton (caretaker)
  • 2017: Everton (caretaker)
  • 2022–: Oldham Athletic
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

David Unsworth is a former English centre-back who played for Everton from 1992 to 2004. Unsworth was appointed as Oldham Athletic manager in December 2017, replacing Lee Johnson who had been sacked.

Unsworth led Oldham to the League One title in his first season in charge, and the club are currently in the FA Cup semi-finals. Unsworth has also had managerial spells at Blackburn Rovers, Wigan Athletic and Championship side Bolton Wanderers.

Unsworth is married with two children. David Unsworth is a former English centre-back who played for Everton from 1992 to 2004. 

Unsworth was appointed as Oldham Athletic manager in December 2017, replacing Lee Johnson who had been sacked. Unsworth led Oldham to the League One title in his first season in charge, and the club are currently in the FA Cup semi-finals.

Unsworth has also had managerial spells at Blackburn Rovers, Wigan Athletic and Championship side Bolton Wanderers.

36. Kevin Sheedy

Kevin Sheedy Career

  • Hereford Lads Club
  • 1975–1978: Hereford United
  • 1978–1982: Liverpool
  • 1982–1992: Everton
  • 1992–1993: Newcastle United
  • 1993–1994: Blackpool 
  • 1978–1981: Republic of Ireland U21
  • 1984–1993: Republic of Ireland
  • 2001: Tranmere Rovers (caretaker)
  • 2016–2017: Everton U18
  • 2017–2020: Al-Shabab (youth)
  • 2021: Waterford
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Kevin Sheedy was born on 21 October 1959 in Builth Wells, Wales. He played for Hereford Lads Club and then Liverpool during his youth career. Sheedy made his debut for Liverpool in 1978 and remained with the club until 1982.

Sheedy was a mainstay in the Liverpool midfield during his time with the club and was a part of the team that won the League Cup in 1981. Sheedy retired from professional football in 1982 and returned to Wales. He has since worked as a pundit and coach.

He was inducted into the Liverpool Hall of Fame in 2005. Sheedy is currently a coach with Welsh club Aberystwyth Town. Kevin Sheedy is one of the most decorated Welsh players of all time, having won three League Cups and two UEFA Cups with Liverpool. 

Kevin Sheedy was one of the most successful managers in the history of Everton, guiding the club to seven top-six finishes and Premier League glory in 1992.

After a successful playing career with Everton, Sheedy took over as manager in 2001 and led the club to the FA Cup final the following year. However, Sheedy's time at Everton was cut short in 2003 after a series of disappointing results. 

He later returned to manage Tranmere Rovers, but was sacked after just eight months in charge. Sheedy has since taken up a position with Everton's youth team, and is currently in charge of the U18s.

The Irishman is currently manager of Waterford in the League of Ireland. Kevin Sheedy is one of the most successful managers in the history of Everton and is still highly respected within the club.

37. Brian Labone

Brian Labone Career

  • 1958–1971: Everton
  • 1962–1970: England
  • Club domestic league appearances and goals

Brian Labone was born on January 23, 1940 in Liverpool, England. He started his career in music as a drummer and toured with the Beatles as their back-up drummer.

He also played with the Rolling Stones, the Kinks, and the Yardbirds. Labone died on April 24, 2006 at the age of 66 after a long battle with cancer. Brian Labone was born in Liverpool, England in 1948.

He began his career with Everton in 1958 and spent the next four decades with the club. Labone made 451 appearances for Everton and scored two goals. He also represented England at international level, making 26 appearances and scoring zero goals.

Labone retired from professional football in 1971. After retiring from football, Labone worked as a football coach. He passed away in Liverpool in February of 2013 at the age of 70. 

Labone was a central half and was known for his strong defense. Labone was a popular player with the Everton fans and was often referred to as the "Unsung Hero" of the club.

38. Leon Osman

Midfielder

Leon Osman Career

  • 1997–2000: Everton
  • 2000–2016: Everton
  • 2002–2003: → Carlisle United (loan)
  • 2004: → Derby County (loan)
  • 1997–1998: England U16
  • 2012–2013: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Leon Osman is a midfielder who has played for Everton since 2001. Osman has represented England at youth level and won the Under-21 World Cup in 2005. 

Osman has had a successful club career, winning the League Cup twice with Everton and the Europa League with Liverpool.

Osman is a well-loved figure at Goodison Park and is often used as a substitute. Osman is a free agent after leaving Everton at the end of the 2017-18 season. Osman is rumoured to be considering a move to the United States, with reports suggesting he will join LA Galaxy.

Osman is a hard worker and often gives 100% for his clubs. Osman is a popular figure with the Everton fans, who appreciate his work rate and effort. Osman is a decent goalscorer and is known for his ability to get on the scoresheet.

39. Anthony Gordon

Forward

Anthony Gordon Career

  • 2017: Everton
  • 2017–2023: Everton
  • 2021: → Preston North End (loan)
  • 2023–: Newcastle United
  • 2018–2019: England U18
  • 2019: England U19
  • 2020: England U20
  • 2021–: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:20, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Anthony Gordon is a Welsh winger who currently plays for Newcastle United. Gordon made his professional debut for Everton in the Premier League in 2021.

Gordon has represented Wales at various youth levels, including at the U17, U19, and U21 levels. Gordon is known for his speed and dribbling ability. Gordon is a regular for Wales' youth sides.

Gordon is set to become a key player for Newcastle United in the near future. Gordon is a Welsh international and has represented his country at various youth levels. Gordon is a versatile player who can play both as a wide midfielder and as a winger.

Gordon is set to become a key player for Newcastle United in the near future. Anthony Gordon is a midfielder who has played for both Everton and Newcastle United in the Premier League. Gordon has represented England at various age levels, most recently at the U21 level.

He is known for his strong tackling and ball-winning ability. Gordon is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. 

He is likely to be a key player for Everton in the near future. Gordon is a promising young player with a lot of potential. He has a good work ethic and is always looking to improve.

Gordon is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions. He is a promising young player with a lot of potential.

40. Demarai Gray

Midfielder

Demarai Gray Career

  • Cadbury Athletic
  • 2006–2013: Birmingham City
  • 2013–2016: Birmingham City
  • 2016–2021: Leicester City
  • 2021: Bayer Leverkusen
  • 2021–: Everton
  • 2014: England U18
  • 2014–2015: England U19
  • 2015: England U20
  • 2016–2019: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:55, 13 February 2023 (UTC)

Gray began his youth career at Birmingham City before moving to Everton in 2017. Gray has represented England U21s at various levels. Gray is a left winger and has contributed to Everton's push for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

Gray is the eleventh player to make his debut for Everton in the Premier League this season. Gray is a fast, attacking player who has the potential to be a star in the Premier League. Gray is an English international and has represented his country at various youth levels.

Gray is a left winger who is quick, powerful and skillful. Gray is a promising player who has the ability to become a star in the Premier League. Gray is a left winger who is quick, powerful and skillful. Demarai Gray is a young English footballer who plays for Leicester City and England.

Gray was born in Birmingham, England in 2006 and started playing football at a young age. He progressed through the youth ranks at Birmingham City before joining Leicester City in 2016. 

Gray has made 133 appearances for Leicester City and scored 10 goals. Gray has also represented England at Under-18, Under-19, and Under-20 levels. Gray is currently contracted to Leicester City until 2021.

41. Phil Neville

Defender

Phil Neville Career

  • 1990–1994: Manchester United
  • 1994–2005: Manchester United
  • 2005–2013: Everton
  • 1992–1993: England U16
  • 1993–1995: England U18
  • 1995–1996: England U21
  • 2007: England B
  • 1996–2007: England
  • 2015: Salford City (caretaker)
  • 2018–2021: England Women
  • 2021–: Inter Miami CF
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Phil Neville is a former professional footballer who is currently the manager of the England women's team. He began his career at Manchester United, and played a part in their success in the 1990s.

He then had a successful career as a midfielder with Valencia, Everton, Manchester United and England. He retired from professional football in 2014, but has since taken up the role of manager of the England women's team.

He has won numerous awards during his career, including two Premier League titles and three FA Cups. He has also been named England Player of the Year three times. He is currently the manager of Inter Miami CF, and is preparing the team for the 2019 Women's World Cup.

He is married to former England women's international Laura Bassett. Phil Neville is one of the most successful English footballers of all time.

42. Yerry Mina

Defender

Yerry Mina Career

  • 2012–2013: Deportivo Pasto
  • 2013–2014: Deportivo Pasto
  • 2014–2016: Santa Fe
  • 2016–2017: Palmeiras
  • 2018: Barcelona
  • 2018–: Everton
  • 2016: Colombia U23
  • 2016–: Colombia

Yerry Mina is a Colombian centre-back who currently plays for Everton. Mina has played for Deportivo Pasto since 2013, and has made 14 appearances for the club.

Mina is 6'5" tall and has a good aerial ability. Mina is a strong defender who is good at marking his opponents. Mina is a fast player and is good at covering a lot of ground.

Mina is a good header of the ball. Mina is also good at clearing the ball from the goal-mouth. Mina is a competent defender who is good in the air. Mina is a versatile defender who can play at centre-back or as a defensive midfielder.

The Colombian international defender joined Barcelona in January of this year for a fee of £27 million. 

Mina has represented Colombia at both the Copa América and the World Cup, and is a key player for his country. Mina is a strong, physical defender who is sure to add stability to Barcelona's back line.

Mina is expected to start immediately for Barcelona, and will be a key player in their quest to reclaim the La Liga title. Mina is a hard-working defender who will be a valuable asset to any team he joins in the future. 

Mina is a versatile defender who can play at either left-back or center-back. Mina is a long-term investment for Barcelona, and is likely to remain with the club for many years to come.

43. Lee Carsley

Lee Carsley Career

  • 1992–1994: Derby County
  • 1994–1999: Derby County
  • 1999–2000: Blackburn Rovers
  • 2000–2002: Coventry City
  • 2002–2008: Everton
  • 2008–2010: Birmingham City
  • 2010–2011: Coventry City
  • 1995: Republic of Ireland U21
  • 1997: Republic of Ireland B
  • 1997–2008: Republic of Ireland
  • 2012: Coventry City (caretaker)
  • 2013: Coventry City (caretaker)
  • 2014–2015: Brentford Development Squad
  • 2015: Brentford
  • 2016–2017: Manchester City U18
  • 2017: Birmingham City U23
  • 2017: Birmingham City (caretaker)
  • 2020–2021: England U20
  • 2021–: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Lee Carsley is a former English professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. Carsley started his career at Derby County in the 1992–1994 season and went on to play for Blackburn Rovers, Coventry City, and England U21s.

Carsley retired from professional football in 2002. He has since been appointed head coach of the England U21s. Carsley is a former England international and made his debut in a Euro 2004 qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. Carsley is currently the head coach of England U21s.

Lee Kevin Carsley was born on 28 February 1974 in Birmingham, England. Carsley started his professional football career at Derby County in the 1992–1994 season. 

He went on to play for Blackburn Rovers, Coventry City, and England U21s. Carsley retired from professional football in 2002. He has since been appointed head coach of the England U21s.

Also Played For: coventry city fc

44. Kevin Ratcliffe

Kevin Ratcliffe Career

  • 1980–1992: Everton
  • 1992: Dundee
  • 1992–1993: Cardiff City
  • 1993: Nottingham Forest
  • 1994: Derby County
  • 1994–1995: Chester City
  • 1981–1993: Wales
  • 1995–1999: Chester City
  • 1999–2003: Shrewsbury Town
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ratcliffe made his Everton debut in 1980 and stayed with the club until 1992. Ratcliffe was a central defender and left back during his career. Ratcliffe won two League Championships and three FA Cups with Everton.

Ratcliffe retired in 1992 and later played for Wrexham, Chester City, and Macclesfield Town. Ratcliffe is currently the manager of Welsh side Llandudno. Ratcliffe was appointed Welsh manager in December 2013. Ratcliffe played for Wales at the 1998 World Cup.

Ratcliffe was born in Mancot, Wales and raised in Liverpool. Ratcliffe is currently the manager of Welsh side Llandudno. Ratcliffe played 406 times for Dundee, scoring three goals. Ratcliffe was capped 59 times by Wales and managed Shrewsbury Town from 1999-2003.

Ratcliffe is a current coach at Dundee United and was named as the new Manager of Scotland in November 2017.

45. Victor Anichebe

Forward

Victor Anichebe Career

  • 2003–2006: Everton
  • 2006–2013: Everton
  • 2013–2016: West Bromwich Albion
  • 2016–2017: Sunderland
  • 2017: Beijing Enterprises Group
  • 2008: Nigeria U23
  • 2008–2011: Nigeria

Victor Anichebe is a Nigerian forward who played for Everton in the Premier League. Anichebe started his career at Everton in 2006, and was a prolific scorer over the next few years.

Anichebe moved to West Bromwich Albion in 2013, but was released after one season. Anichebe then moved to Greek side Panathinaikos, but was released in 2015. Anichebe joined Turkish side Besiktas in January 2016, scoring two goals in his first six games.

Anichebe was released by Besiktas in May 2016. Anichebe joined Turkish side Fenerbahçe in July 2016. Anichebe signed for English side West Ham United in August 2017. 

Anichebe left West Ham United in January 2018. Victor Anichebe was born in Nigeria and was playing for the country at youth levels before moving to England to join West Bromwich Albion in 2008.

Anichebe made his senior international debut for Nigeria in 2008 and went on to play 115 times for the country, scoring 55 goals. After leaving West Bromwich Albion in 2013, Anichebe had spells with Sunderland and Beijing Enterprises Group before returning to the Baggies in 2017. 

Anichebe has represented Nigeria at several international tournaments, including the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup. Anichebe is currently at West Bromwich Albion and is a regular in the team.

46. Phil Jagielka

Defender

Phil Jagielka Career

  • 1998–2000: Sheffield United
  • 2000–2007: Sheffield United
  • 2007–2019: Everton
  • 2019–2021: Sheffield United
  • 2021–2022: Derby County
  • 2022–: Stoke City
  • 2002–2003: England U21
  • 2007: England B
  • 2008–2016: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:43, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Jagielka began his career at Everton, where he has played since 2002. He has made over 300 appearances for the club, and has been a regular member of the England national team.

He joined Stoke City in the summer of 2016, and has been a key part of their defence. He has won multiple honours with Everton, including the Premier League title in 2013 and the FA Cup in 2013 and 2016.

He has also won a number of caps for England, and was part of their World Cup-winning team in 2014. Jagielka is a regular member of the England national team, and has played at three World Cups. 

Phil Jagielka started his career at Sheffield United and quickly established himself as a competent defender.

He was a regular for England at youth level before making his senior debut in 2002. Jagielka spent ten years with Everton before moving to Sheffield United in 2019. 

He has made over 322 appearances for the Blades and has been a mainstay in the team for over fifteen years. Jagielka is a regular for the England national team and has represented his country at various youth levels.

He is a hard-working defender who is known for his accurate passing. Jagielka is an important member of the Sheffield United team and is often relied on to keep the team in games. 

He is a fan favourite at the Blades and is highly respected by his team-mates. Jagielka is a versatile defender who can play at centre-back or in the midfield.

Also Played For: sheffield united f.c

47. Ben Godfrey

Defender

Ben Godfrey Career

  • 2011: York City
  • 2011–2012: Middlesbrough
  • 2012–2014: York City
  • 2014–2016: York City
  • 2016–2020: Norwich City
  • 2017–2018: → Shrewsbury Town (loan)
  • 2020–: Everton
  • 2019: England U20
  • 2019–2021: England U21
  • 2021–: England
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:18, 14 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Ben Godfrey made his professional debut with York City in 2011 and has since played for Everton. Ben Godfrey was promoted to Everton's first-team squad in 2019 and made his debut in the Premier League against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Ben Godfrey is a centre-back and is known for his strength and aerial ability. Ben Godfrey is a England youth international and has represented his country at U17, U19, and U21 level. 

Ben Godfrey is a product of the York City youth academy and has been with the club since he was a youngster.

Ben Godfrey is a regular for Everton in the Premier League and has also played in the Europa League and FA Cup. 

Ben Godfrey is a dedicated professional and is always looking to improve his game. Ben Godfrey is a popular member of the Everton squad and is respected by his teammates and coaches.

Ben Godfrey is a hard-working and committed player who is looking to continue his career in the Premier League.

48. Dwight McNeil

Midfielder

Dwight McNeil Career

  • 2014: Manchester United
  • 2014–2018: Burnley
  • 2018–2022: Burnley
  • 2022–: Everton
  • 2019: England U20
  • 2019–2021: England U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:05, 18 February 2023 (UTC)

Dwight McNeil is a Welsh international footballer who plays for Everton. McNeil started his career with Burnley, before joining Everton in 2018. McNeil is known for his attacking play and is a regular starter for Everton.

McNeil has represented Wales at under-17, under-19, under-21, and senior levels. McNeil is a product of Rochdale's youth system and made his debut for the club in 2016. McNeil is a Wales youth international and has made one appearance for the under-21 team.

McNeil has represented Wales at various age levels and is eligible for the full Wales national team. McNeil has also played for the England youth team. 

McNeil is a fast and powerful winger who can score goals. Dwight McNeil is a young, talented English footballer who joined Manchester United in 2014 and went on to have a successful career at Burnley.

Despite being highly-rated, Dwight McNeil struggled for first-team opportunities at Manchester United and was loaned out to Burnley in 2016. After a successful season with Burnley, Dwight McNeil joined Everton on a permanent basis in 2022. 

Dwight McNeil has represented England at U20 and U21 levels and is still developing as a footballer.

49. Joseph Yobo

Defender

Joseph Yobo Career

  • 1996–1997: Michellin-Harcourt
  • 1997–1998: Standard Liège
  • 1998–2001: Standard Liège
  • 2001–2003: Marseille
  • 2001–2002:  Tenerife (loan)
  • 2002–2003:  Everton (loan)
  • 2003–2012: Everton
  • 2010–2012:  Fenerbahçe (loan)
  • 2012–2014: Fenerbahçe
  • 2014:  Norwich City (loan)
  • 2001–2014: Nigeria

Joseph Yobo is a defender who is currently playing for Fenerbahçe in the Turkish Super Lig. He started his career with Standard Liège, before moving to Marseille in 2001.

Yobo was loaned to Tenerife in 2002, where he made 14 appearances. He joined Fenerbahçe in 2003 and has since made over 200 appearances for the club. Yobo has been part of the Nigeria national team since 2002, and has won the Africa Cup of Nations twice.

He is known for his hard-tackling style and is a regular fixture in the Fenerbahçe defense. Yobo is a two-time Belgian First Division champion. 

He has also been named African Footballer of the Year twice. He is a father to two children. Joseph Yobo is a Nigerian footballer who currently plays for English club Everton and the Nigeria national team.

He has represented Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations on five occasions, winning the tournament in 2013. Yobo has also played for Premier League sides Everton and Manchester United, and for Turkish side Fenerbahçe. 

He was born in Enugu, Nigeria, on 21 July 1981. Yobo has also represented the Nigeria national team at the Olympic Games. Joseph Yobo was named the 2011 African Footballer of the Year.

He has two children. Joseph Yobo retired from international football in 2014. Joseph Yobo is a designated player for Nigeria.

50. Ruben Vinagre

Defender

Ruben Vinagre Career

  • 2008–2009: Barreirense
  • 2009–2010: Sporting CP
  • 2010–2012: Belenenses
  • 2012–2015: Sporting CP
  • 2015–2016: Monaco
  • 2016–2018: Monaco
  • 2017–2018: → Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan)
  • 2018–2022: Wolverhampton Wanderers
  • 2020–2021: → Olympiacos (loan)
  • 2021: → Famalicão (loan)
  • 2021–2022: → Sporting CP (loan)
  • 2022–: Sporting CP
  • 2022–: → Everton (loan)
  • 2015: Portugal U16
  • 2015–2016: Portugal U17
  • 2016–2017: Portugal U18
  • 2017–2018: Portugal U19
  • 2019: Portugal U20
  • 2018–2020: Portugal U21

Ruben Vinagre is a Portuguese left-back who joined Everton on loan from Sporting CP earlier this year. Vinagre made his debut for Sporting CP in the 2015–16 season, and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.

Vinagre has also played for Belenenses, Monaco, and Sporting CP in the Portuguese top-flight. Vinagre is a versatile player, capable of playing in either left-back or left wing-back positions. 

Vinagre is a fast and hard-working defender, and is expected to be a key player for Everton during his loan spell.

Vinagre is also a Portugal U20 international, and has been capped at various youth levels. Vinagre is likely to return to Sporting CP at the end of his loan spell, but Everton will have a valuable player on their hands. 

Vinagre has been described as a “hard-working defender with good pace”, and is likely to be a valuable addition to any team. Vinagre is already a key player for Portugal at U20 level, and is only likely to improve in the future.

51. Nathan Patterson

Defender

Nathan Patterson Career

  • 2009–2020: Rangers
  • 2020–2022: Rangers
  • 2022: Everton
  • 2017–2018: Scotland U17
  • 2018: Scotland U18
  • 2019–2020: Scotland U19
  • 2020: Scotland U21
  • 2021: Scotland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:52, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19

Nathan Patterson is a Scottish footballer who plays for Everton. Patterson made his debut for Rangers at the age of 16, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club.

Patterson joined Everton in the summer of 2020. Patterson is a right-back and was part of the Scotland under-17 team that won the UEFA European Championship in 2017. Patterson has been praised for his defending and ball-playing skills.

Patterson is one of three full-backs at Everton, and is likely to feature in the team's first team in the 2020–21 season. Patterson is the son of former Rangers and Scotland international player, Kenny Patterson. Patterson has been nicknamed 'The Beast' by the Everton fans.

Patterson is a graduate of the Everton Academy. Nathan Patterson is a Scottish footballer who currently plays for Everton in the English Premier League. 

Patterson has made over 130 appearances for Scotland, scoring 11 goals. Patterson started his career with Rangers, where he made over 100 appearances and scored 13 goals.

In 2018, Patterson joined Everton on a free transfer and has since made 11 appearances for the club. Patterson has represented Scotland at youth levels, including at the U17 and U18 levels. 

Patterson is a quick and skilful player who is capable of scoring goals. Patterson is a good defender who is also capable of scoring goals.

Patterson is currently a member of the Scotland U21 squad. Patterson is expected to be a major part of the Scotland national team in the future. Patterson is a key player for Everton and is expected to help the club achieve success in the EPL.

Also Played For: scotland's best football players

Final Words

Everton Football Club has a long and illustrious history, and has produced some of the best players in the history of English football. Some of the best players to ever play for the club include Dixie Dean, Neville Southall, Duncan Ferguson, and Robbie Fowler, and they are all considered to be some of the greatest players in Everton’s history.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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