Helping win promotion in 1995-96, he moved via Cardiff City to Kingstonian and was an FA Trophy winner in 1999 and 2000, then played for Henley and Bromley. Starting with home-town Ammanford, he joined Bridgend and helped them win the Southern League title in 1979-80. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 5-1 defeat at Bradford City four months before turning professional in July 1996. Please ensure your email address is valid and your in-box is not full! A former apprentice at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at Shrewsbury four months before turning professional in August 1971. Young goalkeeper James Heeps understudied Lee Bracey and Roger Freestone while at Swansea City. He made his League debut in that month's 2-2 draw at home to Plymouth and scored twice in 57 Second Division games while at the Vetch Field before being displaced by Welsh international Ray Daniel. .cls-1{fill:#fff;}. Netting 44 goals in 162 League games, he was sold to Bristol City for 400,000 in August 1997 and featured in their 1997-98 promotion success. A former junior at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 5-1 victory at home to Bristol City shortly before turning professional in December 1957. Joining Halifax Town initially on loan in September 2002, he later played for Morecambe before becoming a member of Tranmere's coaching staff in July 2004. Swansea manager Kenny Jackett brought Oakes in as cover for Willy Gueret, and he played five games before leaving after one season. He remained in the top-flight after joining Watford in September 1987, then helped Brighton clinch promotion that season. The first foreign player to sign for a Football League side since Great Britain entered the Common Market, he combined playing with his job at BSC Port Talbot and made his solitary League appearance in place of Steve Potter in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Stockport in August 1976. Joining Blackpool in August 2003, he featured in their 2004 LDV Vans Trophy final triumph. He appeared in the top-flight and netted four goals in 47 League outings for Swansea prior to joining Charlton Athletic in June 1985, but a knee injury ended his playing career in May 1987. Starring as they won the Third Division (South) title in 1953-54 and 1956-57, he moved to Swansea for 3,000 in February 1958 and made eight League appearances. He joined Yeovil Town in July 1958 and helped win the Southern League Cup in 1961. The Liverpool academy product joined the Swans in August 2021. LEON KNIGHTEx-England Youth striker Leon Knight featured in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final success. Signing professional for Shrewsbury Town in April 1957, he was ever-present as they reached the League Cup semi-finals in 1960-61 and moved to the Vetch Field for 10,000 in September 1964. Born in the Ivory Coast, Lamah moved to Belgium to further his playing career with Second Division Vise, before a move to Belgian side Anderlecht in 2005. n January 2013, he signed an initial loan deal at the Liberty Stadium with a view to a permanent move. He then played for Haverfordwest and Aldershot. Ex-England Youth central defender Nigel Davids featured in Swansea City's 1977-78 promotion campaign. BOBBY OWENStriker Bobby Owen had a loan spell at Swansea during the 1969-70 promotion season. He played for Legiero before leaving his native country during the uprising in 1956 and settled in Doncaster. After impressing in the Finnish League he earned his first move to England in 2001, signing for Division One side Stockport. Following a similar period at Bristol Rovers, he joined Oldham Athletic in August 1985 and helped them qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1986-87, then win the Second Division title in 1990-91. SHEFKI KUQICapped by Finland 62 times, Kuqi was an imposing striker who has had something of a nomadic existence after playing over 500 times during his career and scoring 150 goals. Vorm had spent a season on loan at Den Bosch before returning to Utrechts first team where he made 136 appearances over six seasons. Previously with Leeds United, he moved to the Vetch Field in July 1986 and made 45 Fourth Division appearances for Swansea before being sold to Wimbledon for 100,000 in July 1987. He later played for Aylesbury, St Albans, Chertsey, Bedford and Berkhamsted, also working for Chelsea's football in the community scheme. He joined Aldershot in January 1989, then Cherries again, Woking, Weymouth, Newport IOW, Salisbury, Havant, Wokingham, Bashley, Eastleigh and BAT. A former Leeds United apprentice, he turned professional in November 1984 and netting twice on his full League debut in their 2-1 win over Portsmouth a year later. Born in Lille, he was a prolific goalscorer in Paris St Germain's reserve team but had limited chances and was loaned to struggling Swansea in February 2001, together with French U-21 midfielder Nicolas Fabiano. He resided in Kingswood until his tragic death from meningitis in August 1959. Signing professional for Liverpool in April 1962, he became a legend at Anfield, starring as they won the League Championship four times, the FA Cup twice and UEFA Cup twice. Versatile forward Len Comley featured in Swansea's first post-war League match against West Brom in August 1946. ANTE RAJKOVIC He made his League debut in the 2-2 draw at Sheffield United on New Year's Day 1957 and also featured in that month's 5-3 FA Cup third round defeat at Wolves and 5-4 reverse at home to Fulham. His progress at Wrexham was swift, and he was capped by Wales at Under 17, 19, 21 and semi-pro level during his three years at the club. His contract was cancelled by mutual consent shortly after Brian Flynn was appointed manager, re-joining Carmarthen in December 2002. He spent the rest of his time with the Swans in the reserve team and was released in May 1952, returning to his native Lurgan. In July 2013, he signed for the Swans for around 5m and delivered some outstanding performances and goals. In August 2013, Ki moved on loan to Sunderland where he helped them avoid relegation, while also playing a key role in midfield for South Koreaat the World Asian cups. His performances earned him Fans Player of the Year award for the 2017-18 campaign. Former Welsh Schoolboy midfielder Peter Reeves briefly featured in Swansea City's 1978-79 promotion campaign. The Surinamese-born defender started his youth career at the legendary Ajax club before moving to Utrecht, Feyenoord and FC Twente. Leading marksman in their 1987-88 promotion success, he followed Frank Burrows to Portsmouth for 215,000 in October 1989 and joined Swansea for 125,000 in August 1990. QB, WR So. He was sidelined by a kidney infection but returned as a non-playing substitute in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. Luke moved to Turkish side Elazigspor before joining the MLS in America. He helped the reserves win the Football Combination Second Division title that season, then the Welsh League First Division title two years running. He joined Northampton in March 2000, helping clinch promotion. Joining Lincoln City in October 1952, he then played for Kettering Town and Bedworth United. Midfielder Michael Jackson briefly appeared for Swansea City during the 2002-03 campaign. Winger John Hodge featured in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. Making three League appearances, he later played for Portsmouth and Bristol Rovers where he had two spells at manager. PETER DAVIESWing-half Peter Davies featured in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final success. 16th Nov, 2021. He was loaned to Swansea in October 1986, with his solitary goal in eight League games clinching the following month's 1-0 win at home to Rochdale. Top scorer in 2004-05, he reunited with Kenny Jackett at Swansea for an initial 35,000 in July 2005 and appeared in the 2005-06 League One play-off final. He resided in Griffithstown until his death in April 1999. Following Terry Yorath to Bradford City in July 1989, he later played for Southall, Haverfordwest, MaestegPark, Briton Ferry and Morriston. Welsh Amateur international inside-forward Wayne Williams briefly played for Swansea during the 1968-69 season. The "Welsh Wizard" Billy Meredith was one of the early stars of Football. Starring in their 1978-79 promotion near-miss, he briefly re-joined Southampton in March 1985. DAVE MOSSMidfielder Dave Moss played for Swansea City during the 2002-03 season. Initially with Dunstable, he joined Luton in 1971 and helped them win promotion to the top-flight in 1973-74. As the Swans progressed, so did Allen. He was loaned to Swansea in March 1991 and helped win the Welsh Cup, then rejoined Swansea for 20,000 in August 1994 and netted 23 goals in 106 League games before joining CardiffCity for 20,000 in July 1997. DAVE DODSONEx-England Youth winger Dave Dodson scored in Swansea's 1960 West Wales Senior Cup final success. His contract was paid up in February 2002, as he was about to start a month's loan with Merthyr Tydfil, then he moved to Southport, Marine and Rhyl. He reverted to central defence and helped them twice win the Scottish First Division title and the B&Q Cup in 1994. Settling back in his native Swansea, he later worked in the motor trade for many years until retirement and died in May 2003. There are also current Welsh football stars such as Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey, and Chris Gunter, who are making an impact across the globe. He played for Hednesford during national service in the RAF and joined Bury in September 1955, moving to Swansea for 4,000 in July 1958. Tricky winger Marc Goodfellow had two spells at Swansea City. Ben Davies may not be the most glamorous left-back in the world, but he's built his career on being a model of consistency. Initially with Sunderland, he was leading marksman in 1983-84 and joined Watford for 115,000 in March 1985. DES PALMERWelsh international centre-forward Des Palmer played for Swansea in two consecutive Welsh Cup finals. His solitary goal in 18 League games came in the Swans' 3-0 victory at home to Macclesfield in September 2003 and he moved to Portsmouth for 175,000 in January 2004. Released in May 1984, he played for Australian side Perth Azzuri, then in Singapore and Finland. He moved to Swansea for 60,000 in July 1979, playing 59 League games while at the Vetch Field before joining Carlisle United for 40,000 in August 1981. He was loaned out once more, this time to League Two side Colchester United in 2011, before finally being given a free transfer by the Swans and signing for Carmarthen Town in 2012. After an impressive start with the Swans where he scored seven goals in 24 appearances (eight as sub), he moved on to Newcastle United, Oldham and Hibernian. Signing professional for Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 1953, he gained top-flight experience and moved to West Ham in December 1958. 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. Initially with Southampton, he joined Halifax Town in July 1984 and moved to Swansea for 10,000 in August 1987. He was a member of Swansea's 1969-70 promotion winning squad and netted eight goals in 30 League games prior to joining Yeovil Town in July 1970. A former Crysta lPalace apprentice, he turned professional in October 1975 and helped them win the Second Division title in 1978-79. It was here that his career really took off, captaining the side and winning his first of many Welsh caps in a 2-0 win in Luxembourg. LYNDON SIMMONDSEx-Welsh Youth striker Lyndon Simmonds had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1986-87 campaign. DARREN PRATLEYDarrens first club was Fulham, making his debut for the side in a League Cup tie at Wigan in September 2003. Moving to Fulham in August 1990, he joined Chesham United in September 1992 and helped win the Diadora League title that season. He turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1994 and played for Wales against Switzerland in March 1996, netting four goals in 115 League games for Swansea before being sold to Nottingham Forest for 175,000 in March 1998. Young defender Mickey Stead had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1976-77 campaign. A member of the 2005 FAW Cup winning team, he featured in Swansea's triumphant 2006 Football League Trophy run and was an influential figure as Kenny Jackett's side qualified for the League One play-offs. He moved to Swansea initially on loan in March 2003, scoring a hat-trick in the 4-2 victory at home to Bury on the opening day of the 2003-04 season and also helping the Swans reach the FA Cup fifth round. ALAN WOODSVersatile England Youth wing-half Alan Woods was a Ronnie Burgess signing for Swansea. Briefly with Cambridge City, he then helped Canvey Island win promotion and reach the FA Trophy final in 2003-04. The Ireland international arrived in Swansea following success with both Plymouth Argyle and Barnsley featuring more than 100 times for each club. Wilmot quickly became a club hero as he scored the winning goal in the south Wales Derby in October 2019. RAY KENNEDYEx-England international midfielder Ray Kennedy helped Swansea City finish sixth in the top-flight in 1981-82. After returning to SA1 from a triumphant loan spell at Barnsley which saw him voted the Tykes Player of the Year, McBurnie put pen to paper on a new three year contract. Most notably, Saunders chipped in with 12 goals in the. He later played for Torquay United and Doncaster Rovers. He progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and signed professional in August 1968. However, he played just 12 league games while at the club before returning to Getafe where he remained until 2016. He played for Swansea in the 1952-53 FA Cup third round tie at holders Newcastle United and made 12 Second Division appearances for the Swans prior to joining Plymouth Argyle in November 1953. Helping win the Southern League title in 1979-80, he repeated the feat after following Lyn Jones to Merthyr Tydfil in July 1987, then played for Barry, Inter-Cardiff and Merthyr again. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in September 1966 and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at home to Exeter a year later. Flying winger Ken Pound featured in Swansea's 1966 Welsh Cup final success. He had loan spells at Torquay and Hereford before being loaned to Swansea in January 1991, featuring in two consecutive Second Division defeats at Brentford and Bury. Goalkeeper Dave Jones contested a first-team slot with Johnny King and Ken Evans while at the Vetch Field. Later with Barry Town, Inter Cabletel, Briton Ferry, Carmarthen and Haverfordwest and still lives in Swansea. Moving to Swindon Town in September 1965, he returned to Swansea for 4,000 in June 1968 and helped win promotion in 1969-70. Signing professional for Newcastle United in November 1984, he moved to Swansea in August 1987 and scored in seven consecutive matches. Gomez was a classy Spanish midfielder who had a real eye for goal during his time at the Liberty. Signing professional for Burnley in May 1967, he helped win the FA Youth Cup in 1968 and made his First Division debut in their 3-0 defeat at Everton in August 1968. He moved to Leeds United in September 1958, then had another spell with Ards before joining Coventry City in April 1962. He played local football in Warrington prior to joining Wrexham in May 1991 and helped them beat Arsenal in the 1991-92 FA Cup third round, then win promotion the following season and the Welsh Cup in 1995. In his two seasons with the club, he averaged a goal every other game to help the Swans win the League One title in 2008 and finish eighth in the Championship. 20 James. Signed on loan from Manchester United in January 2008, Brandy played his part in the Swans League One title success. He played for Aberystwyth Town and represented British Universities while studying geography at Aberystwyth University before signing professional at the Vetch Field in August 1963. He played eight Third Division games prior to joining Rochdale initially on loan in January 1998 and starred as they narrowly failed to qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 2000-01. Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Glan Letheran took over from Geoff Crudgington at Swansea City. Much-travelled centre-forward Pat Terry was a Ronnie Burgess signing for Swansea. He was released by the club after two seasons at the Liberty with 93 appearances (three as sub) and seven goals and eventually joined the coaching staff at Wigan and then Everton alongside former Swans boss Roberto Martinez. He was capped against France in October 1951 and followed Ronnie Burgess to the Vetch Field for 3,000 in September 1954. Moving to Haverfordwest in July 1979, he helped them win promotion in 1979-80 and the Welsh League title in 1980-81. Also caretaker-manager at Swansea and then Leyton Orient. The midfielder signed a two year deal at the club following the expiration of his contract at Bristol City. Ex-England Youth central defender Izzy Iriekpen made a significant contribution to Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion and FAW Cup 'double' success. He later managed Ards, Accrington Stanley, Distillery, Ards again, Hellenic and Glentoran. He was also chief scout, trainer, physio and manager between January 1975 and February 1978, then assistant-boss until his death in April 1978. Injury problems and a change of manager hampered his progress and he netted five goals in 36 League outings for Swansea, spending a brief spell with Haverfordwest before joining Brighton in September 1990. Signing professional for Manchester City in July 1970, he gained top-flight experience and was loaned to Swansea in July 1972, making his only League appearance in the following month's 1-0 defeat at Scunthorpe. Consequently, Wrexhams historic team has been thrust into the global spotlight, enjoying big-name sponsorships, record ticket sales and a considerable amount of promotion on their new owners popular social media channels ever since. He briefly revived his career with Poole Town. Scoring once in 18 League games for Swansea until breaking his ankle at Swindon in April 1979, he became Swansea's assistant manager. Ghana international Jordan followed in the footsteps of elder brother Andre when he joined the Swans from Aston Villa in January 2017in a player exchange deal that saw Neil Taylor and a small fee go the other way. He played for Millwall and Crawley Town prior to joining Mansfield Town in August 1969 and featured in their 1969-70 FA Cup run. He resided in Swansea until his death in February 2005. This led to a summer (June 2006) move for the midfielder and he quickly won over the fans with his playing style and eye for goal. The reason given for the ban was that football was deemed unsuitable (too physical) for women, but the suspicion surrounding it has always been that the men running the game in those days didnt like how popular it was becoming. Signing professional for Bristol City in September 1955, he was unlucky not to gain England U-23 honours before moving to Oldham Athletic in June 1961. Moving to Barry Town in August 1959, he retired in May 1964 and resided in Barry until his tragic death in a gas explosion at his home in October 2000. Making 42 Fourth Division appearances while at the Vetch, he was loaned to Cardiff City in September 1978, then played for Bridgend. Players are listed by number of caps. Signing professional for Millwall in January 1970, he joined York City in July 1971 and moved to Swansea for 8,000 in August 1973. Subsequently with Merthyr Tydfil and various Welsh League clubs, he ended his playing career with Port Tennant Colts and still lives in Swansea. CHRIS COLEMANBrilliant left-back Chris Coleman was capped 31 times by Wales after leaving Swansea City. After going out on loan to Watford, where he also never played a first team game, he left Stamford Bridge in 2007 to sign for Scottish Premier League side Hibernian. Also played for Newport County, Forest Green and Eastleigh. He joined Rotherham United in July 1997 and later joined their coaching staff, then had a spell as manager before taking over at Bury, Scunthorpe and Torquay. He made his Premier League debut for the Hammers as a substitute in a 2-0 win at Wolves and made his first team start at Aston Villa in a 0-0 draw in January 2010. He netted a hat-trick against Mjondalen in the 1969-70 ECWC and moved to Bristol Rovers for 12,500 in March 1970. Initially with Bristol Rovers, he was ever-present in 1956-57 and moved to Preston for 18,000 in July 1961. Starting with Caernarfon Town, he moved to the Vetch Field in July 1997 and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at home to Scunthorpe United two months later. 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 made a record 640 League appearances for Liverpool, starring in five League Championship successes, two FA Cup final triumphs and also helping to win the European Cup and UEFA Cup. A former Chelsea scholar, he turned professional in July 2002 and featured in their 2004-05 FA Cup third round win at home to Scunthorpe, also in that season's Premiership match at Newcastle. He moved to Leyton Orient in July 1993 and was top scorer three times, then played for Rushden & Diamonds before coaching Hartlepool, Sheffield Wednesday and Millwall. He understudied long-serving Herbie Williams and made 12 League appearances for the Swans prior to joining Ton Pentre in July 1973, then played for Ferndale and switched between the two for the remainder of his career, becoming Ferndale's player-boss. He was the South Wales scout for Plymouth Argyle and died in Swansea in June 2001. So, who are the best footballers from Wales? He moved back to Ipswich on loan in March 2008. Starring in their 2001-02 Second Division play-off final triumph, he was loaned to Swansea in February 2003 and made 13 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Later with Haverfordwest and Cardiff City again, he helped Barry Town win the Welsh League title in 1988-89, then played for Aberystwyth. After suffering a horrific car crash in 2002 that saw him break his neck, the defender recovered well to continue his football career. Signing professional for Ipswich Town in April 1973, he helped win the FA Youth Cup in 1973 and featured in their triumphant 1977-78 FA Cup run. He made 145 appearances (59 as sub) and scored 19 goals before being forced to hang up his boots at the age of 31 because of a persistent thigh injury. TERRY PHELANYoung left-back Terry Phelan was capped 42 times by Republic of Ireland after leaving Swansea City. He made his League debut in the following month's 2-1 victory at home to Lincoln City and netted 11 goals in 30 Second Division games before being sold to Portsmouth for 4,000 in December 1961. Players who are still active for the national team are players who have not retired from international football and are, subsequently, eligible to be called up. A sensational time at the club saw Gylfi excel on the pitch, creating and scoring some memorable goals for the team. 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