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He scored once in 19 Second Division games for the Swans prior to joining Torquay United in July 1960, then reunited with Arthur Willis at Haverfordwest in August 1961 and later played for Llanelly. ALBERT SERRANBarcelona-born Serran was a product of Espanyols youth system and was at the club for six seasons, playing in three La Liga games. MATTHEW RUSHRepublic of Ireland U-21 winger Matthew Rush had a successful loan spell at Swansea City during the 1993-94 season. A former Nottingham Forest trainee, he signed professional in December 1999 and was given his League debut in their 3-1 victory at Stockport County in February 2002. Re-joining Swansea in July 1969, he netted 60 goals in 347 League games overall before moving to Haverfordwest in July 1971. He netted eight goals in 198 League games while at the Vetch Field before moving to Hereford United in March 1980, then played for TrowbridgeTown, Forest Green Rovers, Maesteg Park, Port Talbot, Bridgend and Llanelli. Popular Players Patrick Mahomes Tom Brady Ezekiel Elliott Saquon Barkley Aaron Rodgers Drew Brees Todd Gurley Khalil Mack Ben Roethlisberger Aaron Donald Kyler Murray 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 was given his League debut in the following month's 2-1 victory at home to Rotherham but then had to wait until February 1958 for his next League appearance. A former West Ham trainee, he signed professional at Upton Park in July 1999 and made his Premiership debut in their 2-2 draw at Newcastle United six months later. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and signed professional for Swansea in July 1998, making his solitary League appearance as a substitute for Aidan Newhouse in the Swans' 1-1 draw at home to Carlisle United seven months later. He later played for Hellenic, Oswestry, Flint and Rhyl. He also made a substitute appearance in the next Third Division game at home to Exeter City, replacing Denley Morgan, and moved to Barry Town in July 1969. Angel spent the first six years as a professional footballer in the lower divisions of the Spanish leagues, before Swans boss and fellow Spaniard Roberto Martinez signed him from Terrassa in the summer of 2007 for a minimum fee. He overcame a knee injury before reuniting with Kenny Jackett at Swansea in June 2004 but failed to secure a regular first team slot and was loaned to Cambridge City in March 2005, helping them reach the Nationwide South play-off final. He kept his place for the rest of that season but did not feature in the plans of new manager Harry Gregg as Swansea battled vainly to avoid relegation in 1972-73, making 11 Third Division appearances for the Swans prior to joining Cork Celtic in July 1973. He was unlucky to miss the 1988 Fourth Division play-off final and 1989 Welsh Cup final triumphs, scoring nine times in 227 League outings for the Swans before joining the South Wales Police in October 1991. Former Welsh Youth left-back Dean Holtham played for Swansea City during the 1983-84 season. Starting with Rhondda Transport, he joined Cardiff City in July 1947 and moved to Brighton in August 1948. He made his League debut in that month's 1-1 draw at Manchester City, as a deputy for Ernie Jones who was on Welsh international duty, making four Second Division appearances for Swansea before re-joining Ton Pentre in July 1947. ANDREA ORLANDIThe midfielder was born in Barcelona, starting his career with Alaves before moving to Barcelona B and playing one game for the Catalan side. Making four League appearances, he moved to Gresley the following month, then played for Barry, Gresley again, King's Lynn, Barwell and Coalville. He made his First Division debut as substitute in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at home to Nottingham Forest in May 1983 and scored twice in 19 League games prior to joining Llanelli in July 1984. 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. He impressed with his long throw and netted 29 goals in 162 League games for the Swans before being sold to Notts County for 275,000 in July 1993. He died in November 1997. Later with Newport AFC, he managed Ebbw Vale, Merthyr and Tredegar. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1970 and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at home to Aston Villa the following month. Centre-half Brian Purcell featured in Swansea's 1966 Welsh Cup final triumph. He later played for Bury, Newport county and Burnley again, then coached various clubs including Llanelli and has worked in the media. He helped reach the ECWC quarter-finals in 1980-81 and moved to Wolves in December 1986, starring as they won the Fourth Division title and Third Division title in consecutive seasons, also the Sherpa Van Trophy in 1988. He appeared in the 1956 and 1957 Welsh Cup finals as well as three successive West Wales Senior Cup final triumphs. Locally born, he signed professional for Plymouth Argyle in February 1952 and joined Swansea in August 1958. He helped win promotion in 1992-93 and the Welsh Cup in 1994, moving to the Vetch Field for 105,000 in September 1997. Top scorer in 2002-03, he joined Bristol Rovers in March 2004 and moved to Swansea in February 2005. A former Bolton Wanderers amateur, he joined hometown Swansea in October 1943 and featured in the first post-war League match against West Brom in August 1946. CRAIG BEATTIEBeattie was a former Rangers schoolboy who made his name with arch-rivals Celtic. Briefly playing for the Cayman Islands in two friendly matches, he moved to Woking in May 2003 and joined Havant & Waterlooville in July 2004. Loaned to Swansea in March 1970, he scored once in six League games. 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. The Austrian youngster arrived in January 2022 on loan until the end of the season from German side Borussia Monchengladbach. Subsequently working at Aluminium Wire & Cable in Port Tennant, he died in Swansea in February 2004. Starring as they won promotion in 1978-79 and were ECWC quarter-finalists in 1979-80, he later played for Gloucester City. He scored three times in 26 League games prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1987 and helped them win promotion in 1987-88, then the Southern League title in 1988-89. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in August 1951. He contested a first-team slot with Jim Furnell and was loaned to Swansea in September 1973, making four consecutive Fourth Division appearances while at the Vetch. After a loan spell back at former club Blackpool, Dobbie was reunited with Ian Holloway at Crystal Palace, helping the Eagles reach the top flight before loan spells at Blackpool. He later played for Weymouth and Eastleigh. England Youth left-back Leon Hylton helped Swansea City reach the FA Cup fifth round in 2003-04. Reuniting with Harry Gregg at Crewe Alexandra in August 1976, he joined Southend United in July 1977 and was a promotion winner in 1977-78, then returned to the United States. He followed Len Ashurst to Newport County, then played for Gillingham, Port Vale and Barrow. He helped them reach the ECWC quarter-finals in 1964-65 and moved to Swansea for 2,000 in March 1967. Local born left-half Ronnie Davies briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1958-59 season. IAN WALSHWelsh international striker Ian Walsh scored a hat-trick in Swansea City's record 12-0 ECWC victory over Sliema Wanderers in September 1982. SHAUN GARNETTCentral defender Shaun Garnett was Jan Molby's first signing for Swansea City. The Polish international, who featured in Polands Euro and World Cup squads between 2006 and 2021, signed a four-year contract with the Swans. Featuring in their 1995-96 Coca-Cola Cup run, he joined Reading for 200,000 in December 1997 and reunited with Frank Burrows at Cardiff City in January 1999. NEIL SHARPRugged central defender Neil Sharp featured in Swansea City's 2002 West Wales Senior Cup 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. Initially with Oswestry Town, he joined Bradford City in August 1955 and moved to Everton in March 1956. View history. DAVID THEOBALDTall central defender David Theobald featured in Swansea City's 2002-03 relegation battle. Later playing local football for many years with teams like Waunarlwydd, North End, Casuals and Drefach. He moved to their League of Ireland rivals Bohemians in April 2003. He also managed QPR twice and Tottenham Hotspur. FERRIE BODDESigned in the summer of 2007 from Dutch side ADO Den Haag, Bodde went on to become a firm fans favourite at the Liberty Stadium. He was capped 32 times and moved to Swansea as player-coach in August 1954, succeeding Billy McCandless as player-boss a year later. Helping them win the Third Division title in 1982-83, he reunited with John Bond at Swansea in March 1985 and made 53 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. His coaching career back home was interrupted by the civil war and he has since coached in the Middle East, including Al-Ithead Sports and the Qatar national side, while retaining a home in Swansea. He has also played for Northwich Victoria and Altrincham. His contract ended in the summer of 2007 and he opted to join Swansea alongside another former team-mate, Ferrie Bodde. He played for hometown Hillingdon before reuniting with John Bond at Swansea on a non-contract basis in November 1985. Previously with Ammanford, he moved to Swansea in December 1961 and scored on his first-team debut in Swansea's 3-1 League Cup second round victory at home to Swindon in September 1964. Midfielder Chris Burns had two spells with Swansea City. Welsh Youth central defender Dai Davies played alongside Dave Bruton while at Swansea City. After three successful seasons and 89 Premier League appearances, he moved to Spurs as part of a move seeing Ben Davies switch to White Hart Lane and Gylfi Sigurdsson come the other way. Initially as a member of the clubs Under 20 squad, he made two first team appearances against Celtic before joining the Swans in January 2014 on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. 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. DEAN HOLDSWORTHStriker Dean Holdsworth had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 1988-89 campaign. 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. A move to the Swans followed in 2010 for 150,000 and he made his debut at Norwich City in the August. Joining Chester in August 1974, he featured as they won promotion and were League Cup semi-finalists in 1974-75. Briefly with Preston, he joined Wigan Athletic in January 1985 and subsequently played for Chorley and Leyland Motors. Locally born, he helped Swansea Schoolboys win the Welsh Shield in 1970-71 and turned professional for Swansea in August 1975. Following a similar loan period at Rochdale, he briefly joined Bristol Rovers on a non-contract basis in December 2004, then played for Hearts and Derry City. A former Tottenham Hotspur trainee, he joined Barnsley in July 1994 and was loaned to Swansea in December 1995, scoring once in two League appearances while at the Vetch Field. He had two loan spells at Cheltenham Town last season and is currently on loan to Port Vale. Initially with Leicester United, he joined West Brom for 25,000 in August 1991 and featured in their 1992-93 promotion campaign. While at the Swans he was loaned out to Yeovil and Crewe before enjoying more game-time at the Liberty in his third season. Moving to Barry Town in August 1981, he gained Welsh Semi-Pro honours and later had another spell at both Merthyr and Barry, then was Ebbw Vale's player-manager. A former Swansea junior, he joined Barry Town in July 1961 and helped them win the South Wales Senior Cup on his debut. He joined Scunthorpe for 175,000 in February 2000, featuring in their rise, then played for Lincoln City and Halifax Town. Former Welsh Youth left-back Steve Morris featured prominently in Swansea City's 1977-78 promotion success. Ex-Welsh international inside-forward Les Jones briefly played for Swansea during the 1946-47 campaign. Mulder became a regular during the 2018-19 season after the departure of Lukasz Fabianski, making 27 appearances in all competitions. JULIAN ALSOPStriker Julian Alsop was an influential figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. 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. A catalogue of injury problems hampered his progress and he scored once in 104 League games before retiring on medical advice at 25 in January 2003. A former Orient apprentice, he turned professional in July 1970 and was ever-present as they reached the FA Cup sixth round in 1971-72. 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. Joining Raith Rovers in May 1963, he starred in their 1966-67 promotion success. Team News. Sold to Celtic for 750,000 in August 1995, he joined Hibernian in November 1996, then played for Ayr United before managing Falkirk, Hibernian, Livingston and Hartlepool. Helping reach the Second Division play-offs that season, he joined Stockport County for 50,000 in July 2000. He was a student at Cardiff College of Education when joining Swansea as an amateur in August 1970, making his League debut in that month's 4-1 defeat at Fulham. following a successful takeover bid by Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Initially with Soundwell, he joined Bristol Rovers in March 1956 and made his League debut in their 4-1 victory at home to Luton Town in February 1961. He joined Crawley Town in August 2004, then had a spell with Newport County before moving to Port Talbot and Neath. Moving to Bath City in July 1999, he later played for Clevedon Town. We will do our best to help with any queries but please note that information on specific players can be difficult to locate particularly if they didnot play in the Welsh Premier League or the Football League. 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. Moving to Milford United in August 1954, he later played for Kilvey Athletic. He made 62 appearances (31 as sub) for the Swans with 17 goals. Went on to help the Tykes win the Football League Trophy and promotion to the Championship. For the leagues, the long-term aim was to record the history including the formation of the league, its development and in most cases its demise, with as many final tables from the leagues lifespan as possible. He made his League debut in the Swans' 2-1 defeat at Luton in February 1950 and played four Second Division games, also captaining the 1950 London Combination Cup final triumph. Ghana international Jordan followed in the footsteps of elder brother Andre when he joined the Swans from Aston Villa in January 2017. REG CUNLIFFEVersatile left-back Reg Cunliffe featured in Swansea's 1947 London Combination Cup final triumph. Signing professional for Barnsley in October 1957, he played for Yeovil Town prior to joining Bournemouth in March 1963. After two seasons at the club, Jazz was released to join up with his hometown academy at the Liberty Stadium. The Dutchman started his career in his home city of Rotterdam, making 55 appearances for Sparta and scoring nine goals before a 3m transfer took him to Middlesbrough and the Premier League. A free transfer saw Gerhard join the newly Premier League promoted Swans in August 2011 where he began as understudy to Michel Vorm. Former England U-21 striker David Hodgson briefly played for Swansea City during the 1991-92 season. Welsh U-21 defender Leigh Devulgt was a fringe member of Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title squad. He made his Welsh U-21 debut against Armenia in August 2001 but failed to secure a regular first-team slot with Swansea and had loan spells at Merthyr Tydfil and Llanelli to gain match practice. AMBROSE WILSONRight-half Ambrose Wilson was one of several Irish players signed by Swansea during the early post-war era. In total, he made 64 appearances (15 aas sub) and scored 21 goals for the Swans. Versatile England Youth wing-half Alan Woods was a Ronnie Burgess signing for Swansea. 6 Potential Debutants at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Ronaldo at Inter Milan Where Genius Met Tragedy, The Karate Belt Ranking System and Belt Order, Bobby Thomson and the "Shot Heard Round the World - in his own words, The Future of Boxing : Top 10 Boxing Prospects. He had trials at several clubs, then briefly joined York City in September 2002 before playing in Spain. He had limited top-flight opportunities and moved to the Vetch Field in July 1971. His coaching career back home was interrupted by the civil war and he has since coached in the Middle East, including Al-Ithead Sports and the Qatar national side, while retaining a home in Swansea. He was a promotion winner again in 1999-2000 and rejoined Bury in October 2002. RAY POWELLVersatile forward Ray Powell was a fringe member of Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title squad. Kings playing career started in Edinburgh with Hearts in 2013. He was leading marksman three times, including their 1997-98 promotion success, moving to Leyton Orient in May 2002. He netted four goals in 26 League outings for Swansea prior to joining Bournemouth in an exchange deal involving Denis Coughlin in August 1966. Joining Chester in August 1974, he featured as they won promotion and were League Cup semi-finalists in 1974-75. Voted their 'Player of the Year' in 1988-89, he moved to Swansea in July 1993 and made seven League appearances prior to joining Barry Town in June 1994. Later with King's Lynn, Ford Sports and Slough Town, he reunited with Mike Ford at Brackley Town in June 2005. Although spending six years at Pride Park he only managed to play 43 games, and was loaned out to both Port Vale and Bolton during his time at the club. Luke came through the youth ranks at Aston Villa, playing alongside his brother Stefan, and the pair were part of the clubs successful FA Youth Cup winning side of 2002. The Canadian-born Dutch international midfielder joined the Swans on loan from Villarreal in 2012, having previously worked under Michael Laudrup at Mallorca. He was twice a Welsh Cup winner and ever-present in 1989-90, scoring twice in 160 League games prior to joining Crystal Palace for 275,000 in July 1991. Goalkeeper Lee Bracey was a key figure in Swansea City's 1989 Welsh Cup final triumph. Signing professional for Blackpool in September 1964, he moved to Liverpool for 65,000 in March 1967 and amassed a vast collection of honours. He joined Yeovil Town in July 1958 and helped win the Southern League Cup in 1961. DES PALMERWelsh international centre-forward Des Palmer played for Swansea in two consecutive Welsh Cup finals. Scott decided to leave the club in August 2012 after 83 appearances (11 as sub) to join Manchester City where he had a loan spell at West Brom. Locally born, he signed professional for Swansea in July 1988 and regularly featured as a substitute, netting six goals in 45 League outings prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1991. Making two League appearances for Swansea, he also featured in both FA Cup-ties against Bognor Regis. He made a winning Premier League start with the club, however, at Arsenal in March of that year, and gained a full Scottish cap as substitute in a 3-0 defeat against France in June 2016. He made his League debut in the Swans' 2-1 defeat at Luton in February 1950 and played four Second Division games, also captaining the 1950 London Combination Cup final triumph. He made his debut for the club in a League Cup tie against Northampton Town and a Premier League start against Blackburn Rovers. He resided in his native Swansea until his death in May 2000. He has played Haverfordwest, Skewen, Pontypridd and Neath. He returned to play for Utrecht. Signing professional for Arsenal in November 1988, he joined West Brom for 50,000 in June 1991 and featured in their 1992-93 promotion campaign. He was a member of Swansea Rugby & Cricket Club committee until his death in September 2000. He currently plays for German side Eintract Frankfurt. Initially with Kilsyth Rangers, he joined Ayr United in June 1967 and moved to Leeds United for 30,000 in October 1973. By 2006, he was the youngest goalscorer in Wales history via a freekick vs Slovakia. JAMES THOMASWelsh U-21 striker James Thomas was Swansea City's leading marksman in 2002-03. After nearly two years without a club, he signed a one-year contract with Oxford United in League One before being released. He appeared in the 2001 LDV Vans Trophy final, then helped them reach the Second Division play-off final in 2001-02. Leeds United Football Club : Country: England : Founded: . Yet, Ramsey has still forged an impressive international career for himself. KRISTIAN O'LEARYVersatile former Welsh Youth international Kris O'Leary was Player of the Year in Swansea City's 2004-05 promotion and Welsh Cup 'double' triumph. MIKE HOWARD Reliable left-back Mike Howard was an influential figure in Swansea City's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. He returned to the Football League with Ipswich and QPR. He netted three goals in 94 Second Division games before a knee injury ended his League career, becoming Ammanford's player-manager in July 1964. Following two successful seasons he moved to German side Kaiserslautern, before arriving on loan at the Liberty in the summer of 2012. He failed to secure a regular first-team slot and was loaned to struggling Swansea on transfer deadline day in March 1991. He had spells with Long Buckby, Cogenhoe United, Irthlingborough Diamonds and Corby Town prior to joining Oxford United for 20,000 in February 1993. Initially with Aberdeen, he was sold to Sheffield Wednesday for 100,000 in May 1969 and moved to Newcastle United for a similar fee in December 1974. Welsh Amateur international goalkeeper Gwyn Groves contested a first-team slot with Johnny King while at Swansea. He was physio and manager at Chesterfield, then became Alfreton's director of football. Later with Brentford, Tranmere, Hull, Doncaster, Millwall, Carlisle, Barnet and Prestatyn Town. Billy McCandless paid 7,500 for him in January 1951 and he netted 37 goals in 67 Second Division games for Swansea before returning to Dundee for 1,500 in March 1953. He moved to Barry Town in August 1993 and scored in their 1994 Welsh Cup final triumph, joining Scarborough in August 1994. Also played for Newport County, Forest Green and Eastleigh. Sold to Chelsea for 300,000 in August 1991, he joined Brentford for 275,000 in November 1992 and later played for Port Vale, Lincoln City and Hartlepool again. Having progressed to the full national side, the striker was used mainly as a substitute with the Swans and scored his only goal in the penultimate game of the 12-13 season at Wigan in a 3-2 win. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in August 1978 and featured in Swansea's 1978-79 and 1980-81 promotion campaigns. Previously with Briton Ferry, he moved to the Vetch Field in July 1938 and was a wartime guest player for several clubs. NIGEL FRENCHWelsh Youth winger Nigel French played under three managers while at Swansea City. Helping to win promotion again that season, he netted 115 goals in 484 League games overall prior to joining Bradford City in August 1990. Welsh Youth winger Alan Sullivan was a young member of Roy Bentley's squad at Swansea City. Joining Darlington for 95,000 in January 1992, he moved via Oxford United to Fulham in November 1994 and was a promotion winner in 1996-97. He died in Lichfield in September 2002. Whatever the case may be, Savage was given his chance to shine in the Premier League with Leicester in 1997, and it was an opportunity he seized with both hands. He scored once in 28 League games before re-joining Swindon in August 2005. England international midfielder Frank Lampard had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 1995-96 campaign. He scored once in 46 Second Division games prior to joining Nottingham Forest in July 1993, helping them regain Premiership status at the first attempt in 1993-94 and 1997-98. His previous loan spell was with Yeovil Town in 2009-10, playing 46 games for the club and representing England in the Under-19 European Championships that same year. He helped the side win promotion to Serie A during his time there, before arriving at the Liberty Stadium in September 2011. Top scorer in 1962-63, he netted 21 goals in 68 League games prior to joining Derby County for 6,000 in August 1964. He moved to Rangers for 180,000 in May 1986 and starred in their 1986-87 Scottish League title triumph. LEON KNIGHTEx-England Youth striker Leon Knight featured in Swansea City's 2006 Football League Trophy final success. At the end of his loan Edgar returned to his parent club after five appearances and one goal. Locally born, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Torquay in April 1987 and turned professional in July 1989. Recent updates have been limited in a nature and related to the amateur and senior matche, plus some league tables. He netted 60 goals in 216 League games before being sold to Halifax Town for 12,000 in August 1973. He returned for a second loan spell on January 31, 2014, and impressed over seven games and one goal. He starred in their 1962-63 promotion success, then played for Watford and Newport County prior to joining Swansea in October 1968. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1970 and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at home to Aston Villa the following month. Central defender Shaun Garnett was Jan Molby's first signing for Swansea City. The former Espanyol and Getafe striker joined the Swans on loan from the latter in September 2013 as Michael Laudrup brought him to the Liberty. Initially with hometown Blackpool, where his father Len became club president, he joined Swansea in July 1977. MARK WILSONEngland U-21 midfielder Mark Wilson had a loan spell at Swansea City during the 2003-04 season. Later with Llanelli, Maesteg Park, Barry Town and Goytre. He was a prominent figure in the League One championship-winning side in 2008, and found the second tier to his liking. He moved via Barnsley to Gillingham in September 2005 and joined Swansea for 50,000 in January 2006. 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