He had spells with Brentford and Cambridge before reuniting with John Still at Bristol Rovers in July 2002. TONY MILLINGTONWelsh international goalkeeper Tony Millington was a key figure in Swansea's 1969-70 promotion success. He deputised for internationals like Dai Thomas and Arthur Willis, scoring once in 37 Second Division games until injury ended his playing career in May 1959. We don't know. He was Rovers' first-ever substitute against Walsall in October 1965 and had a spell as captain before moving to Swansea for 1,000 in March 1967. PHIL BOERSMAMidfielder Phil Boersma (above left) was an experienced figure in Swansea City's 1978-79 promotion success. Initially with Ammanford, he joined Swansea in July 1969 and moved to Everton in December 1970. After four seasons and playing in over 100 games for the club he was signed by Coventry City. He joined Swansea for 50,000 in October 1997 and had a spell as player-manager, netting 13 goals in 198 League games before leaving in September 2002. He later played for Wellington Town, Tranmere Rovers, Port Vale, Runcorn and Oswestry again. Sun Sign: Cancer. Initially with Coventry City, he helped them reach the League Cup semi-finals in 1980-81 and moved to Manchester United in July 1982. Anderson could regularly be seen tearing up defences on the right flank going on to secure England under-19 honours in the process. MICKY LENIHANStriker Micky Lenihan featured in Swansea City's 1972-73 relegation battle. Finally, after a loan move to Fulham in January 2015 was made permanent, he returned to Wales with Cardiff City where he still plays. He made five appearances (three as sub) under Paulo Sousa before tragedy struck in the summer of 2010 as Besian suffered a heart attack in his sleep and passed away aged just 22 in Austria. He joined Bristol Rovers for 50,000 in January 1979, then Swindon Town in exchange for Brian Williams in July 1981. The Dutch goalkeeper joined the Swans in 2017 after successful spells at Eredivisie clubs Feyenoord and SC Heerenveen. One of the greatest goal scorers of the 20th century, Ian Rush made his senior international debut at only 18-years old in May 1980. Click to view the collection >>. Casey was on the books at the Liberty Stadium as a youth team player, playing mainly as a striker but also a midfielder when needed. A former Cheltenham Town trainee, he signed professional in August 1997 and was a fringe member of their 1998-99 Conference title squad. Later playing for Bridgend and Trebanos. In his later years, Bale has become more of an intelligent player, with constant anticipation and off-the-ball movement into space. After two loan spells at Lincoln City, he joined Telford United in October 1999 and later played for Sheffield, Caernarvon Town, Halifax Town, Ilkeston Town and Buxton. 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. He was captain of club and country, playing under Terry Venables at Crystal Palace and QPR again, then had spells at Coventry, Exeter and Cardiff before moving to Swansea in October 1984. Signing professional for Chelsea in September 1999, he failed to secure a first-team slot and was loaned to QPR, Huddersfield Town and Sheffield Wednesday before joining Brighton in July 2003. A back injury affected his first-team chances and his only League appearance was as a substitute in the 2-1 defeat at Reading in March 1994. Also gaining ECWC experience, he scored once in 165 League outings before moving to Hereford United with Roy Evans in July 1968. Come November and he found himself at the Liberty in November 2008 as cover for the injured Marcus Painter, but after only three games he suffered a cruciate ligament injury and his loan spell was terminated early. The Surinamese-born defender started his youth career at the legendary Ajax club before moving to Utrecht, Feyenoord and FC Twente. Exciting striker Lee Trundle was Swansea City's leading marksman four times. He moved to Swansea as player-boss in February 1996 and netted three goals in 41 League games while at the Vetch Field before leaving in October 1997. After two frustrating years, where he failed to play in the first-team, he opted to go out on loan, first to Gretna and then York, before signing on at the Swans in 2008. Initially a Hull City amateur, he joined Liverpool in May 1948 and featured in consecutive promotion near-misses, moving to the Vetch Field in an exchange deal involving Des Palmer in March 1959. Briefly resurrecting his career under Ted Ditchburn at Romford in August 1959, he later resided in Huntingdon until his death in June 2003. He made his League debut in Swansea's 3-2 victory at home to Nottingham Forest in September 1946 and netted 13 goals in 52 League outings before being sold to Newport County for 5,000 in October 1949. He was loaned to Swansea in February 1974, joining Wrexham for 8,000 in September 1977. A winner of 13 Premier League titles, Giggs also won four FA Cups and two Champions League crowns, and played at the highest level into his 40s. Welsh Amateur international inside-forward Wayne Williams briefly played for Swansea during the 1968-69 season. MARC GOODFELLOWTricky winger Marc Goodfellow had two spells at Swansea City. After a fruitful time at Brunton Park, Graham signed a permanent deal with the Cumbrians and scored a host of goals that alerted higher division clubs to his ability. Upon his release at the end of the 2009-10 season he signed for Port Talbot Town in the Welsh Premier League. Much-travelled centre-forward Pat Terry was a Ronnie Burgess signing for Swansea. Joining new-boys Scunthorpe in July 1950, he then played for Northampton and later joined their coaching staff. Scoring five goals in 134 League games while at the Vetch Field, he joined Brighton in July 1965, then reunited with Harry Griffiths at Merthyr Tydfil in January 1966. He then became Coventry City's community officer. Despite the club trying to get the loan extended, there was no movement from Middlesbrough management and Emnes returned to his parent club after five games (one as sub) and two goals at the Liberty. He made his Premier League debut at home to Watford. Versatile inside-forward Jack Haines gained England international recognition after leaving Swansea. He made his debut for the club in the opening Premier League game of the 2012 season, an incredible 5-0 away win at QPR. Welsh U-21 defender Leigh Devulgt was a fringe member of Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title squad. Locally born, he helped Swansea Schoolboys win the Welsh Shield in 1970-71 and turned professional for Swansea in August 1975. The right back spent four months with the Swans during the 2021-22 campaign on loan from parent club Manchester United. STEVE KEANFormer Scotland Schoolboy midfielder Steve Kean had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1986-87 season. Later with Cork City and Galway United. A former Wrexham trainee, he turned professional in July 1989 and scored in their 1991-92 FA Cup defeat of Arsenal. He has also coached at Leeds United. The younger brother of Marc Coates, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1993 and appeared for the Swans in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. A former Newport County amateur, he impressed with Barry Town before moving to the Vetch Field in August 1948. ALAN WILKINSYoung midfielder Alan Wilkins provided reliable cover for Brayley Reynolds while at the Vetch Field. Top scorer in 1985-86, he repeated the feat with Grimsby in 1986-87, then played for Cardiff City and Cheltenham. Fast striker Bryan Wade scored in Swansea City's 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph. He was loaned to Fulham before joining Swansea in November 1997 and scored twice in 22 Third Division games while at the Vetch Field until sidelined by injury problems. Starting with Manchester City, he was a promotion winner with Blackburn Rovers in 1979-80, Carlisle United in 1981-82 and Plymouth Argyle in 1985-86. Scoring four goals in 72 League outings while at the Vetch Field, he joined Portsmouth in January 1984, then played for Wichita Wings and Bristol City. Welsh international full-back Sam Ricketts was capped ten times while at Swansea City. He became Rhyl's player-manager, then had a spell with Poole. Former Welsh international wing-half Ron Burgess had a spell as Swansea's player-manager. He contested a first-team slot with Tony Millington and Dai Davies, playing 11 Third Division games before moving to Torquay United in June 1972. Initially with Tranmere Rovers, he had spells with Wolves, Colchester United, Notts County and guested for several clubs during the Second World War before joining Newport County in June 1946. Signing professional for Dundee in July 1988, he was loaned to Forfar Athletic before joining Tottenham Hotspur for 50,000 in July 1990 and scored on his First Division debut at Norwich nine months later. Previously with Merthyr Tydfil, he moved to the Vetch Field for 6,000 in August 1949 and was Swansea's leading marksman in 1949-50. DAI WARDYoung left-back Dai Ward played for Swansea in the 1966 Welsh Cup final. Welsh international winger Andy Legg was ever-present as Swansea City qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. JOHN HILLSAttacking left-wing back JohnHills had two loan spells at Swansea City. JOHN SALAKOEngland international winger John Salako had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1989-90 campaign. He was also named in the team of the tournament. Joining Cardiff City in August 2000, he featured in their 2000-01 promotion success, since playing for Merthyr Tydfil, Newport County and hometown Carmarthen, also gaining Welsh Semi-Pro recognition. 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. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and helped win the West Wales Senior Cup before turning professional in October 1954. 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. He moved to Brentford in June 1954, then had a season at Gillingham before joining Swansea for 5,000 in July 1958. JACK HARROPReliable left-back Jack Harrop understudied Dai Thomas while at Swansea. Brewster ended the campaign with 11 goals in 22 appearances before securing a permanent move to Sheffield United. He signed for AEK Larnaca in Cyprus where he played for two seasons before returning home to Spain with Alcorcon. Featuring as they reached the Second Division play-offs in 2001-02, he joined Cardiff City in February 2004 and has played for Notts County, Peterborough United, Swindon Town and assistant player-manager at Llanelli. Rush also scored a brace in a win against Spain and a goal against England. Initially with Berwick Rangers, he moved to the Vetch Field for 70,000 in November 1989 and helped Swansea avoid relegation that season, netting four goals in 22 Third Division games before being sold to Falkirk for 70,000 in August 1990. He starred in two League of Wales title successes as well as their 1997 Welsh Cup final triumph. In May 2012 Jones left Neath when the club folded, signing for The New Saints. Welsh Youth outside-right Malcolm Gilligan briefly played for Swansea during the 1962-63 season. The County Durham-born defender learned his trade as a youngster at Manchester United,also taking intwo loan spells at Swansea. He played for Rivermount Boys Club prior to joining Manchester United in March 1986 and was loaned to Swansea in September 1991, scoring once in 12 League games whilst at the Vetch Field. Helping the Gunners win the Football Combination title in 1983-84, he spent the 1984-85 campaign on loan to Leyton Orient. His legacy is the biggest collection of graphic material yet and hopefully an incentive for other clubs to research and make available their football heritage in the same way. Welsh B international striker Steve Watkin featured prominently in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. Former Welsh Youth central defender Mark Hughes played for Swansea City during the 1984-85 season. 'Chopper' starred as the Swans qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93, netting 14 goals in 228 League games prior to joining Gillingham for 15,000 in August 1995. Former Republic of Ireland Youth striker Kevin Nugent was an experienced figure in Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion success. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and turned professional in November 1979, making his First Division debut in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Aston Villa in May 1982. He was Rovers' first-ever substitute against Walsall in October 1965 and had a spell as captain before moving to Swansea for 1,000 in March 1967. He also played for Hull City, Ossett Town, Chorley and Mossley. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and turned professional in July 2000. He helped the Swans qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, netting 17 goals in 144 League games prior to joining Brentford in August 2001. He is currently on loan at CD Leganes in the Spanish top division. He made his Premier League debut away in a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace a week later. Moving to Bath City in December 2002, he was loaned to Cirencester Town before joining Weston-Super-Mare and helping them clinch promotion in 2002-03. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he scored on his League debut in Swansea's 4-0 victory at home to Hereford United three months before turning professional in December 1996. He was popular among Swansea City fans with his high-impact performances, notably playing a major role in the 3-0 victory over Cardiff City in October 2021. There is now a Robbie James Wall of Fame in his honour at the Liberty Stadium. A winner of two PFA Player of the Year awards. Speed had - and will continue to have - a hugely positive impact on Welsh football. However, the Welshman got an early start to his international career. He was later coach/manager at Leicester City, Charlton Athletic, Newport County, Lincoln City, Cardiff City, Barry, Cardiff again, Brentford and Torquay. Lawrence was capped 89 times for Trinidad and Tobago, and played in all three group games at the 2006 World Cup in Germany. He played four more Second Division games during the 1964-65 season and helped the reserves win the Welsh League title three times. 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. He joined local side Tottenham Hotspur in 1996 and despite not featuring for the firs team at White Hart Lane, he moved north of the border to join Scottish side Motherwell. He died in Lichfield in September 2002. He was top scorer in 1951-52, joining Ipswich Town in July 1953. [11] Defender Joey Jones set a new record in the 1980s, amassing 72 caps,[12] before his record was overtaken by Peter Nicholas in 1991 by a single cap. 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. He worked in the club's commercial department for a spell before going on to manage Welsh clubs Bangor City, Newport County and Carmarthen. Returning from a brief spell as Llanelli's player-manager, he netted 15 goals in 389 League games for Swansea before becoming Pembroke Borough's player-boss in August 1985. By the age of 20, Ramsey was captain of his country, becoming Wales youngest-ever captain. PAUL BURROWSWelsh Youth striker Paul Burrows briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1985-86 campaign. Welsh international striker Ian Walsh scored a hat-trick in Swansea City's record 12-0 ECWC victory over Sliema Wanderers in September 1982. Birthplace: Rosario, Argentina. JASON BOWENWelsh international winger Jason Bowen starred in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. He featured prominently as Swansea reached the FA Cup semi-finals in 1963-64 and moved to United States side Atlanta Chiefs in December 1966. DES PALMERWelsh international centre-forward Des Palmer played for Swansea in two consecutive Welsh Cup finals. STUART ROBERTSWelsh U-21 winger Stuart Roberts featured in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title campaign. He played in defence and midfield, helping Swansea twice qualify for the Third Division play-offs, then win the Third Division title in 1999-2000. He moved to their League of Ireland rivals Bohemians in April 2003. Also featuring in the next match at Charlton Athletic, he was sold to Plymouth Argyle for 2,000 in June 1959 but failed to secure a first-team slot and joined Haverfordwest in July 1960. Later with Great Yarmouth, Newport County and Abergavenny. But despite making 26 appearances for the German side in a three-year spell that saw them win two Bundesliga titles, one German Cup and three German Super Cups, he struggled to gain a permanent place in the side and signed on at the Liberty Stadium on a seasons long loan in August 2017. The Welsh are currently ranked 17th globally by FIFA. Chico joined the Swans in July 2012 for around 2m under manager Michael Laudrup who was also his boss at Mallorca. Welsh Youth midfielder David D'Auria was a young member of Swansea City's 1987-88 promotion squad. Briefly with Preston, he joined Wigan Athletic in January 1985 and subsequently played for Chorley and Leyland Motors. Beattie was a former Rangers schoolboy who made his name with arch-rivals Celtic. He returned to Ammanford in July 1969, then became player-manager of Clydach United. He joined Hartlepool United in 2001 where he tasted first team action for the first time, moving on to Cambridge United, Boston United, Stockport County, Wycombe Wanderers, Plymouth Argyle and Millwall before joining the Swans on loan in December 2010. Starting with Harrogate, he joined Halifax Town in August 1988 and moved to the Vetch Field for 40,000 in July 1990. A further injury in September 1986 ended his playing career and he remained in the Exeter area for several years. He joined Sheffield Wednesday in September 1976, then played for Lincoln City and helped Newport County win promotion in 1979-80. In his first season at the club he helped the Swans gain promotion from League One and in the clubs first season back in the Championship he kept a club-record 22 clean sheets, winning the Football Leagues Golden Glove award in the process. He died in Hemel Hempstead in February 1977. He netted three goals in 37 Second Division games before being sold to Tottenham Hotspur for 7,000 in May 1947. The son of a Cardiff Italian restaurateur, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 0-0 draw at home to Portsmouth two months before turning professional in April 1965. After an impressive start to his time in Scotland he left after three years to join the Swans in September 2010, signing until the end of the season. Featuring in their 1994-95 Third Division title campaign, he moved to Preston for 125,000 in February 1995 and helped win the Third Division title in 1995-96. A promotion winner again in 1981-82, he joined Gillingham in March 1985, then played for Doncaster Rovers, Bristol Rovers and Goole Town. He returned to play for Utrecht. He made nine League appearances while at the Vetch Field before moving to Wigan Athletic in July 1978, playing in their first-ever League match. Overcoming a serious knee injury, he joined Brentford in March 2002 and featured in their 2002-03 FA Cup run. Scott was a regular goalscorer from midfield for the Shots, earning himself a move to the Liberty in June 2010. Scoring five goals in 134 League games while at the Vetch Field, he joined Brighton in July 1965, then reunited with Harry Griffiths at Merthyr Tydfil in January 1966. Moving to the Vetch Field for 60,000 in March 1996, he was blighted by injury problems and netted three goals in 28 League outings for Swansea. Joining Plymouth Argyle in November 1983, he had a spell with Newport County before returning to Exeter again in July 1985, netting a club record 129 League goals and becoming their commercial manager. He had moved from Altrincham to Accrington in the summer of 2004 and was the star performer in a club that regained its league status after over 40 years in non-league. Winger Dave Roberts played for Swansea City during the 1974-75 season. He netted five goals in 58 League games prior to joining Newport County in July 1988, then played for Cheltenham Town, Newport AFC and Inter Cardiff before helping Barry Town win the Welsh League title and Welsh Cup 'double' in 1993-94. He made his professional debut at Crystal Palace, but unable to break into the first team andwas loaned out to Den Haag and Northampton Town, before leaving the club in June 2018 to sign for Portuguese club Nacional. He guested for Dundee during wartime service in the RAF, then helped them win the Scottish B Division title in 1946-47. 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 was loaned to Swansea in January 1997, then returned for a second loan spell in August 1997 and made 18 League appearances overall. Helping win the West Wales Senior Cup that season, his only goal in ten Second Division games clinched the Swans' 2-1 victory over Bristol City in December 1955. A former Burnley trainee, he signed professional in February 1999 and regularly appeared as a substitute. His career was effectively ended by a knee injury in September 1982, playing 48 League games before joining Perth Azzurri in May 1984. ANDY WATSONFast striker Andy Watson featured in Swansea City's 1991 Welsh Cup final success. NIGEL STEVENSONWelsh international central defender Nigel Stevenson is the only player who appeared for Swansea City throughout the rise from the Fourth Division to First and back again. After a spell with Johannesburg Ramblers, he moved to Derby County in June 1961, then played for Wellington, Slavia Melbourne, Yugal and Llanelly. ALAN GODDERIDGEWing-half Alan Godderidge briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1951-52 campaign. He was a star performer in a Swansea side that ran away with the League One title in his first full season at the club, and was labelled as the Dutch Roy Keane on more than one occasion. JOHN O'SULLIVANIrish winger John O'Sullivan was Billy McCandless' first signing for Swansea. A scorer in each of the first 21 seasons of the Premier League, there was nothing the Welshman couldn't do - and he'll forever be remembered for his exceptional pace and breathtaking dribbling ability. He moved to Sheffield United in April 1965, starring as they won promotion in 1970-71. KIM WASSALLUtility player Kim Wassall briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 1984-85 season. Leeds United Football Club : Country: England : Founded: . Ex-England Youth Striker Joe Allon featured prominently in Swansea City's 1987-88 promotion campaign. He joined Brentford in May 1937, then Blackpool in November 1938 and moved to the Vetch Field in August 1947. A serious injury hampered his development and after a successful loan spell he signed for Newport County in 2018 where he is a popular an influential player. Versatile left-back Les Harris helped Swansea reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1963-64. He was also loaned to Leyton Orient before joining Brentford in March 2005. He helped Swansea win promotion the following season and scored 19 times in 192 League outings before being sold to Newport County for 15,000 in October 1978. Starring as they won promotion in 1978-79 and were ECWC quarter-finalists in 1979-80, he later played for Gloucester City. JACK PARRYWelsh international goalkeeper Jack Parry featured in Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title triumph. After extending his stay in SA1 for a further two seasons, Bauza departed the Swans in May 2010 after 68 appearances (35 as sub) and 16 goals, going on to feature for Hereford, Northampton, Exeter City and Port Talbot in the League of Wales. He was loaned to Swansea in October 1974 and made five League appearances while at the Vetch Field. He was a prominent figure in the League One championship-winning side in 2008, and found the second tier to his liking. The following season, James joined Premier League club Manchester United on a five-year contract. Signing professional for Halifax in January 1983, he made his League debut the following month and impressed in a struggling side. He was an FA Cup finalist in 1984 and loaned to Plymouth and Blackpool before joining Swansea in July 1985. Brilliant left-back Chris Coleman was capped 31 times by Wales after leaving Swansea City. Scoring nine times in 52 League outings for Swansea, he joined Carlisle United in March 1982. Scottish central defender Keith Walker captained Swansea City to the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. Signing professional for Everton in October 1951, he was leading marksman in 1957-58 and moved to Blackburn Rovers as part of the Roy Vernon deal in February 1960. He made his League debut in that month's 3-0 win at home to Stockport and netted three goals in 41 Fourth Division games for Swansea prior to joining Hartford Bi-Centennials in May 1976. Sold to Barnet for 60,000 in August 1989, he joined AFC Bournemouth in August 1990, then spent 11 years in Hong Kong with Sing Tao and Happy Valley. 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