The Dragons' FIFA ranking shot up from 117th in 2011 to 8th in 2015, the biggest rise in the history of FIFA world rankings. He moved to Swansea as player-boss in February 1996 and netted three goals in 41 League games while at the Vetch Field before leaving in October 1997. He followed Bobby Saxton to Exeter City in September 1977, back to Plymouth in July 1979 and to Blackburn Rovers in August 1982. But his time at the club was not a productive one and after just ten appearances and two goals he moved back to Italy with Atalanta just five months later. He re-joined Haverfordwest in July 1976, then played for Waun Wen. A former Brentford trainee, he signed professional in July 2001 and overcame a bout a glandular fever to make his League debut in their 1-0 victory at Luton Town in February 2003. He joined Stoke City in June 2005. He netted 13 goals in 145 League games for Swansea prior to joining Everwarm (Bridgend Town) in May 1976. Signing professional for BristolCity in July 1971, he moved to Swansea with Danny Bartley in a 12,000 deal in August 1973 and featured in the 1976-77 promotion near-miss. Signing professional at the Vetch Field in February 1967, he played for Swansea in the 1969 Welsh Cup final and was ever-present in the 1969-70 promotion success. Joining Aston Villa in September 1992, he scored twice in their 1994 League Cup final success, then played for Galatasaray, Nottingham Forest, Sheffield United, Benfica and Bradford City. A tall, gangly striker, Abraham spent the 2017-18 season on loan with the Swans from parent club Chelsea. He was a member of their 2000 Auto Windscreens Shield winning squad and moved to Rochdale for 100,000 in March 2001. 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. Also featuring in the Swans' 4-1 Welsh Cup sixth round defeat at Wrexham in February 1977, his only other Fourth Division appearance was in the following month's 4-2 win at home to Aldershot. He made his League debut in the following month's 2-2 draw at Colchester and played four League games for his hometown club prior to joining Barry Town in August 1979. Signing professional for hometown Luton in August 1986, he had limited opportunities in the top-flight and was loaned to Swansea in August 1989. After a short spell in Belgium with Genk, he now plays his football in Toronto. DENNIS JOHNHard-tackling full-back Dennis John played for Swansea during the 1958-59 campaign. He moved to Newport County in July 2005 after two loan spells. 'Shimmy' made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 victory at home to QPR in March 1951 and played 16 Second Division games until injury curtailed his professional career in May 1954. Re-joining Cardiff in an exchange deal in September 1972, he starred in three Welsh Cup final successes and their 1975-76 promotion triumph. Then joined Gillingham. The 6ft defender made 59 appearances for the Swansea in all competitions before returning parent club Chelsea FC. Locally born, he played for Cwmbwrla prior to joining Bolton Wanderers in April 1936 and guested for several clubs including Swansea during the Second World War. Signing professional for Watford in August 1981, he helped win the FA Youth Cup in 1982 and joined Grimsby Town in August 1985. 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. 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. At Reading he patiently waited his opportunity to break into the first team and made his debut in a League Cup tie at Luton Town in 2008. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he turned professional in July 1990 and helped Swansea reach the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. He impressed with Northwood prior to joining Watford in March 2003 and topped their goalscoring charts in 2003-04. 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. Terry Yorath signed him in March 1988 and he netted four goals in 31 League outings for Swansea before returning to Hong Kong with Happy Valley in May 1989. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 5-1 victory at Wolves a month before turning professional in October 1985. Young striker Dennis Oli briefly played for Swansea City at the start of the 2004-05 promotion campaign. Moved to Leeds in 2008 before returning to Tranmere. He netted six goals in 61 League games for the Swans before moving to Hereford United in January 1968. CHRIS JONESChris was a product of the youth system, coming through the ranks and signing a professional contract in 2006 before making his debut against Walsall in the Football League Trophy. Born in Trinidad and Tobago, his early years showed real promise and after scoring 30 goals in 31 appearances for Defence Force, Scotland earned a move to Scottish side Dundee United following a successful trial. The Dragons FIFA ranking shot up from 117th in 2011 to 8th in 2015, the biggest rise in the history of FIFA world rankings. TOMMY HUTCHISONEx-Scotland international winger Tommy Hutchison had a spell as Swansea City's player-manager. He helped them reach the Second Division play-off final in 1997-98 and joined Rushden & Diamonds for 65,000 in October 1998, then played for Carlisle United, Forest Green Rovers, Ilkeston Town and Bedford Town. 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. Scoring once in 76 League outings for Swansea, he had spells with Cork Hibernians and Soudifiord before joining Crewe in October 1981. KERRY MORGANA diminutive and all-energy player, Kerry was born in Merthyr Tydfil and came through the youth ranks at Swansea. His solitary appearance in a Swans shirt came in the 2-2 draw at Wolves in October 2011, and after a three-month spell he left the club. Striker Julian Alsop was an influential figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. However, he played just 12 league games while at the club before returning to Getafe where he remained until 2016. Initially with Plymouth Argyle, he helped them reach the League Cup semi-finals in 1973-74 and moved to Norwich City in June 1974. He netted three goals in 157 League games for Swansea before re-joining Merthyr in July 1958, then reunited with his brother Cyril at Hereford United and Brecon Corinthians. Scoring on his international debut against the Seychelles two months later, he played for Mali in the 2004 African Nations Cup. He was a season ticket holder until his death in January 1996. Versatile Welsh international Jeremy Charles (below) starred in Swansea City's thrilling rise under John Toshack. He moved to the Vetch Field in March 1951 and deputised for Jack O'Driscoll in Swansea's 2-2 draw at Nottingham Forest October 1951. Unlucky to suffer a dislocated shoulder in his second appearance for the Swans at Nottingham Forest, he was sidelined for the remainder of that season, then had a recurrence of the injury in a Welsh Cup tie at Port Talbot in January 2007 and was ruled out again. He helped win promotion and the Welsh Cup in 1987-88, then played for Merthyr and Yeovil. After leaving the Swans, the England international spent a season on loan at Aston Villa where he found his goalscoring form again to help the club secure promotion to the Premier League with a play-off victory over Derby County at Wembley. His wing play was enough for German side Borussia Dortmund to purchase the player, but after only three starts he suffered an injury and had a prolonged period on the sidelines. In two seasons at the DW Stadium he featured in 18 league games and by February 2008 he found himself on loan at Sheffield United - signing a permanent deal the following July. A number of Welsh stars have gone on to earn legendary status during their time in the Premier League, whether it be because of their goalscoring exploits, their leadership qualities, or their robust, tough tackling in the centre of the park. Also featuring in the Swans' 4-1 Welsh Cup sixth round defeat at Wrexham in February 1977, his only other Fourth Division appearance was in the following month's 4-2 win at home to Aldershot. His time at the Liberty saw him feature in four games as a substitute, scoring one goal in a 3-0 win over Norwich. He played for Cadbury Heath, Bath City and Paulton Rovers before moving to Swansea in July 1975. Locally born, he was an apprentice fitter with Richard Thomas & Baldwins at Landore and part-time professional at the Vetch Field when he made his League debut in Swansea's thrilling 6-4 win at home to Bristol Rovers on Christmas Day 1957. He had few opportunities at the City Ground and was loaned to Swansea in October 2002, making five Third Division appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. Locally born, he served in the RAF during the Second World War and joined Swansea as a part-time professional in August 1946. DEREK BLACKBURNCentral defender Derek Blackburn understudied Dudley Peake whilst at Swansea. He helped them twice win the Welsh League title, later playing for Ammanford, Llanelli, Haverfordwest, Ton Pentre, Cwmamman and Ammanford again. There is a statue of him outside Swanseas stadium. MIKE HAYESFormer Welsh Schoolboy right-half Mike Hayes helped Swansea reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in three successive seasons. LEN EMMANUELLeft-half Len Emmanuel played for Swansea either side of the Second World War. Manager history; Players from A-Z; Historical squads; Historical results; Profile; Player Country . Sold to Lincoln City for 40,000 in January 1990, he was Player of the Year in 1992-93. Seville-born Pouzelo began at his local club side Real Betis, progressing from the B team to the first eleven in October 2011 with a debut against Levante. He worked in the club's commercial department for a spell before going on to manage Welsh clubs Bangor City, Newport County and Carmarthen. Unable to prevent the Swans having to seek re-election in 1974-75, he scored once in 36 Fourth Division games before linking up with his father-in-law Nobby Clark at Worcester City in July 1975. He had a spell with Ton Pentre, then was Treharris player-manager. He helped the side win promotion to Serie A during his time there, before arriving at the Liberty Stadium in September 2011. Attacking left-back Andy Cook helped Swansea City reach the 1994 Autoglass Trophy final but missed the Wembley triumph through injury. MATTHEW BOUNDRugged central defender Matt Bound was an important figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. He has since moved back to France and has played for a host of clubs. Also gaining ECWC experience, he scored once in 165 League outings before moving to Hereford United with Roy Evans in July 1968. He is Swansea Citys all-time top scorer with 166 goals, 51 more than the next-best. Locally born, he played for Morriston and Haverfordwest before moving to the Vetch Field in May 1947. DEAN HOLTHAMFormer Welsh Youth left-back Dean Holtham played for Swansea City during the 1983-84 season. He scored on his debut, coming on as a substitute in a Europa League match at home to Malmo of Sweden, and netted again in the same competition against Romanias Petrolul Ploiesti. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he signed professional in July 1999 and made his first-team debut in a flu ravaged Swansea squad that lost 2-0 at Exeter City in the 1999-2000 Auto Windscreens Shield second round. Also played for Neath, Preston, Chester and Marine. Signing professional for BristolCity in July 1971, he moved to Swansea with Danny Bartley in a 12,000 deal in August 1973 and featured in the 1976-77 promotion near-miss. He spent 40 years as a fitter at the IMI Works in Waunarlwydd and died in December 1995. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in June 1962 and made his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at home to Coventry in September 1964. Gareth Bale, pictured here in 2015, is a six-time winner of the award. The speedy winger impressed and attracted interest from a number of clubs. He died in 1998. Making 42 Fourth Division appearances while at the Vetch, he was loaned to Cardiff City in September 1978, then played for Bridgend. Reykjavik-born Sigurdssonplayed with his home-town side Breioablik, gaining IcelandUnder-17 honours, before moving to England with Reading. Signing as a full-time professional, his solitary goal in 38 Third Division games came in Swansea's 2-0 win at Brentford in September 1972 and he moved to hometown Merthyr Tydfil in August 1973. Also featuring in the 2-2 draw at home to Port Vale two days later, his only other Second Division appearance for Swansea was in the 2-0 defeat at home to Sheffield United in February 1958. He played for Forest Green Rovers in the 1999 FA Trophy final, then re-joined Bath City. He played for Kidderminster, Telford, Halesowen, Evesham, Bromsgrove and Stourbridge. A Welsh Youth Cup finalist again that season, he was allowed to leave the club in November 2004. Billy Meredith was the first Welsh player to reach 25 caps and went on to accumulate 48 caps in his career and score eleven goals,[8] both Welsh records at the time. ALAN KNILLWelsh international central defender Alan Knill was ever-present in Swansea City's 1987-88 promotion campaign. A dependable, attacking full-back capable of playing on both flanks, Gunter often captains Wales in Gareth Bales absence. He reunited with Harry Griffiths at Merthyr Tydfil in July 1964, then became Ton Pentre's player-manager. He quit football after being released in May 1977. He starred as they reached the League Cup semi-finals in 1964-65. Also featuring in the heart of Swansea's defence, he made 65 League appearances before rejoining Lovells Athletic in July 1949. DAI DAVIESMidfielder Dai Davies made his solitary League appearance for Swansea City as a 16 year-old substitute in the 2-0 defeat at AFC Bournemouth in April 1973. They played their first official match on 25 March 1876,[1] four years after England and Scotland played the first ever international football match. The Bath-born winger joined Bristol Rovers at the tender age of nine and became one of the youngest debutants for the first team at 15 when he came on as a substitute in a game against Leyton Orient in December 2004. Later playing local football for many years with teams like Waunarlwydd, North End, Casuals and Drefach. CHAD BONDThe Neath-born forward was a Welsh Semi-Pro international, who had loan spells with CF Balaguer, Ostersunds and Newport County during his time with the Swans after signing in July 2005. Striker Steve Torpey was Swansea City's leading marksman in two consecutive seasons. He made his League debut in that month's 2-1 victory at home to Stoke City but lost his first-team place in 2001-02 and his solitary goal in 43 League outings was a long-range strike in Swansea's 2-0 win over Mansfield in March 2002. He helped the reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1975-76 and featured in Swansea's 1977-78 promotion campaign, making eight League appearances before joining Bridgend Town in January 1978. Helping win the Third Division (South) title in 1953-54, he resided in Canada and died in Belfast in March 1985. He was top scorer in 1951-52, joining Ipswich Town in July 1953. Moving to Doncaster Rovers in July 1974, he had a spell with Portland Timbers before joining Swansea in September 1976. After the Swans won promotion in 2011, Cotterill didn't make a Premier League appearance for the club and was eventually released after 38 appearances (11 as sub) and one goal to join Portsmouth, Barnsley and then Doncaster. He appeared in the top-flight before joining Swansea for 5,000 in February 1959, netting 18 goals in 91 Second Division games until breaking a leg. He played in the 1975 European Cup final in place of the injured David Harvey. Initially a Swansea amateur, he signed professional for Arsenal in October 1946. The Swans later paid Birmingham 50,000 to make the move permanent. He subsequently played for York City, Chelmsford City and Thurrock. GARY CHIVERSVersatile defender Gary Chivers played for Swansea City during the 1983-84 campaign. He spent four seasons with the Greek club before moving to Italy for a four-year spell with Bologna. Later with Barry Town, Inter Cabletel, Briton Ferry, Carmarthen and Haverfordwest and still lives in Swansea. Helping them qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 2001-02, he joined Swansea for 35,000 in March 2004. Voted 'Player of the Year' as the Swans reached the FA Cup fourth round in 2003-04, he made a significant contribution as Kenny Jackett's side won promotion in 2004-05 and scored in the 2005-06 League One play-off final. Locally born, he lost several years of his career during the Second World War and turned professional at the Vetch Field in May 1946. BRAYLEY REYNOLDSCentre-forward Brayley Reynolds scored in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final triumph. After a successful time with the club he moved to Scotland, signing for Dunfermline Athletic where he played in the Scottish Cup final against Celtic alongside another future Swan, Jason Scotland. He starred in their 1988 FA Cup final triumph and followed Keith Curle to Manchester City for 2,500,000 in August 1992. He followed John Charles to Hereford United in August 1968, moving to Llanelli in October 1969 and featuring in their 1970-71 Welsh League title triumph. Starring as Swansea beat West Brom in the 1986-87 FA Cup third round, he also featured in the 1987-88 promotion campaign and made 139 League appearances until a brain specialist advised him to give up football in February 1988 after he suffered recurring dizzy spells. Fine form over a five-year spell at Chievoprompted an 8m move to the Swans and the Premier League for ex-AC Milan striker Paloschi in January 2016. A former Southampton apprentice, he turned professional in October 1975 and made his League debut in their 3-0 victory at Bristol Rovers in April 1977. Later Swansea's reserve team trainer, he left in May 1965 and ran a local fish and chip shop. Later with Crewe Alexandra and Port Talbot. JASON BOWENWelsh international winger Jason Bowen starred in Swansea City's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. He is capable of playing in several midfield roles. Joining Cardiff City for 25,000 in March 1967, he helped them win the Welsh Cup three times and reach the ECWC semi-finals in 1967-68, then played for Yeovil, Worcester and Merthyr. He featured in four successive Welsh Cup final triumphs and was loaned to Swansea in January 1973, making three League appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. 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. Later with King's Lynn, Ford Sports and Slough Town, he reunited with Mike Ford at Brackley Town in June 2005. Unfortunately, the left-back was sent off after just 53 seconds in the first leg of the semi-finalat Nottingham Forest and as a result missed the final at Wembley. Injury ended his career soon after. Leeds United Football Club : Country: England : Founded: . Known as the Flying Finn for his diving goal celebrations, he became manager of Finnish top flight club FC Honka in February 2014. Forgettable managerial career aside, Swansea born Dean Saunders was one of the Premier League's sharpest shooters during the early years of the competition. He later played for South African side Germiston Callies, then Ammanford. The cousin of manager John Toshack, 'Josh' as he was affectionately known, joined Fourth Division Crewe in 1966 before signing for Stoke City for 19,5000 a year later. He died in Bangor in April 1995. Later with Newport, Llanelli, Skewen and Neath. RM 2H6T345 - Cardiff, UK. After a loan spell at Wycombe, Donnelly moved to the club on a permanent basis, before spells at Aldershot, Southend and Newport County. He moved to Bournemouth in February 1960, then had a spell with Northampton before reuniting with Bill McGarry at Watford in November 1963. He played for Cadbury Heath, Bath City and Paulton Rovers before moving to Swansea in July 1975. LEIGHTON PHILLIPSWelsh international central defender Leighton Phillips was an experienced figure as Swansea City won promotion to the top-flight in 1980-81. TONY KELLOWStriker Tony Kellow made his solitary League appearance for Swansea City as substitute in a 2-0 defeat at Newport County in October 1984. Briefly with Birmingham City, he joined Newport County in October 1984, then played for Cardiff again, Barry Town, Merthyr Tydfil, Newport again, AFC Cardiff and Ebbw Vale. As the Swans progressed, so did Allen. Locally born, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in December 1944 and scored nine times in 16 League games for Swansea prior to joining Aston Villa for 9,500 plus Tommy Dodds in January 1947. He topped their goalscoring charts in 1962-63 and later played for Bradford City, Margate and Canterbury City. Joining Swansea as part of the Ivor Allchurch deal in October 1958, he netted 29 goals in 111 League games before moving to Carlisle United in June 1962, then appeared for Merthyr and was King's Lynn player-manager. Helping the Swans avoid relegation, he made 12 Third Division appearances while at the Vetch Field. Managed at Wrexham, Doncaster and Wolves. 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. Young right-back David Pope briefly played for Swansea during the 1957-58 campaign. He progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and signed professional in August 1968. A promotion winner again in 1981-82, he joined Gillingham in March 1985, then played for Doncaster Rovers, Bristol Rovers and Goole Town. There is now a Robbie James Wall of Fame in his honour at the Liberty Stadium. He was leading marksman in 1964-65 and scored in the Swans' 1966 Welsh Cup final replay triumph. Chico joined the Swans in July 2012 for around 2m under manager Michael Laudrup who was also his boss at Mallorca. Centre-half Dudley Peake played for Swansea in the 1957 Welsh Cup final. He netted three goals in 157 League games for Swansea before re-joining Merthyr in July 1958, then reunited with his brother Cyril at Hereford United and Brecon Corinthians. His son Neil played for several clubs, including Glasgow Rangers, Ipswich Town and Grimsby Town. Following a spell with Cardiff City, he joined Swansea in March 1958 and netted seven goals in 44 League outings prior to joining Hereford United in July 1960. He joined Wolves for 90,000 in August 1979 and captained their 1980 League Cup final success, becoming Rotherham's player-boss in September 1981. Former Welsh Schoolboy goalkeeper John Black played for Swansea in the 1964-65 Welsh Cup semi-final. Still lives locally. The tough-tackling midfielder attracted interest from various clubs in Europe but Bodde opted to ply his trade in south west Wales, along with former team-mate Dorus De Vries. Helping them win promotion in 1964-65, he joined Boston United in July 1966, then played for Scarborough and became a dairyman in York. From there he returned to Espanyol on a four-year contract before loan spell at. Playing 322 games for Glamorgan CCC between 1949 and 1965, he had spells with Brecon Corinthians and Llanelly in the Welsh League. Moving to Rotherham United in February 1980, he helped win the Third Division title in 1980-81 and became coach, manager and chief executive. He failed to make an impact at Highbury and was loaned to Swansea in September 1974, making seven Fourth Division appearances while at the Vetch Field. Hamer was initially brought in to provide cover for loan goalkeeper Freddie Woodman and signed an 18-month deal with the Swans in January 2020 at the age of 34. He appeared in the UEFA Cup with Inter Cardiff, since playing for Rhayader, Llanelli, Merthyr again, Haverfordwest, Ton Pentre, Dinas Powis and Grange Quins. Moving to Aldershot in July 1958, he joined Haverfordwest in August 1959 and was top scorer in 1959-60. His patience was rewarded at Wembley Stadium in February 2013 when he won a medal as the Swans defeated Bradford City in the final of the League Cup. 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. He joined Swansea for 3,000 in June 1947 and helped reach two consecutive Welsh Cup finals, netting 24 goals in 118 League outings before moving to Llanelly in September 1952. Signing professional for Oldham Athletic in July 1994, he was loaned to Swansea in August 1995 and made six League appearances while at the Vetch Field. Making five League appearances for Swansea, he had his contract paid up in January 2006 and later played for Newport County. Following his release by the latter - with whom he won an Eredivisie title -Tiendalli signed on at the Liberty Stadium in September 2012 until the end of the season. BRIAN GREYFormer Welsh Schoolboy midfielder Brian Grey played for Swansea in the 1969 Welsh Cup final. 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