Amazing! The top 10 Everton legends of all time are now revealed

Amazing! The top 10 Everton legends of all time are now revealed

Claudia Kogi
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:57 PM

Everton is one of the best and most prominent clubs in England. Since its debut in the football scene, the soccer club has amassed huge fanbases and rich history. Many players have emerged as Everton legends surpassing all odds and enriching their profiles with achievements and trophies. In this article, you will find the most famous Everton legends of all time.

Everton legends of all time
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Do the legends have a nickname? Yes, the best Everton legends are otherwise known as the Toffees. Being one of the oldest soccer clubs in the Premier League, Everton's legendary players have had their fair share of significant achievements, with an incredible 9 First Division titles, 5 FA Cups, and the European Cup Winners' Cup. But who is responsible for taking the club to such high levels of success? Here is a list of FIFA 22's Everton legends.

List of Everton's legends

It is always mandatory to categorise participants according to whatever distinct skills they have in any given competition. This way, it would ensure the smooth running of the entire group. In this case, we have listed the best Everton legends of all time.

Who are the biggest Everton legends?

Since Everton's football legends are responsible for taking the whole soccer club to various heights, we cannot fail to mention these other legendary personnel who have wholly devoted their time and resources to ensure that the squad is at its best.

  • Bill Kenwright (Chairman)
  • Frank Lampard (Manager)
  • Joe Edwards (Assistant Manager)
  • Paul Clement (The head coach)
  • Chris Jones (First team coach and head of performance)
  • Seamus Coleman (Captain)

Who are the top 10 Everton's legendary players?

Without further ado, we now share the names of the best players using the latest records.

10. Kevin Ratcliffe

Kevin Ratcliffe
Kevin Ratcliffe watches his putt on the 5th green during the Everton in the Community Golf Day at The Mere Golf Resort in Knutsford, England. Photo: Everton FC
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Kevin Ratcliffe spent most of his career with the Toffees and progressed through the youth team before spending short spells at other Nottingham Forest and Dundee soccer clubs.

Following his outstanding performances on the pitch, he was given the captain's position just in a year of joining the club. He won several major trophies, including the European Cup Winners' Cup, the FA Cup and the First Division title.

Kevin Ratcliffe's profile summary

  • Full name: Kevin Ratcliffe
  • Date of birth: 12 November 1960
  • Place of birth: Mancot, Wale
  • Age: 61 years old (as of March 2022)
  • Nationality: Welsh
  • Position(s): Central defender and left-back
  • Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$5 million
  • Twitter: @KevRatcliffe4

9. Alan Ball

Alan Ball
English footballer Alan Ball Jr. (1945 - 2007) of League Division One team in London at the start of the 1974-75 football season. Photo: Evening Standard
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During the 1960s, Alan Ball was part of the famous midfield trio at the Everton soccer club. He was among the biggest Everton legends who led the team to victory during the 1969/70 First Division and the FA Cup final in 1968.

Alan Ball's profile summary

  • Full name: Alan James Ball
  • Date of birth: 12 May 1945
  • Place of birth: Farnworth, Lancashire, England
  • Age: 76 years old (as of 2022)
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Midfielder
  • Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$4 million

8. Brian Labone

Brian Labone
English footballer and captain of Everton Football Club, Brian Labone (1940-2006) undertakes a training session at the Goodison Park football ground in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Photo: Don Morley
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Everton's former central defender and captain, Brian Labone, will always be regarded as one of Everton's legends of all time. He led his team to victory, winning the First Division and FA Cup.

Brian Labone's profile summary

  • Full name: Brian Leslie Labone
  • Place of birth: Liverpool, Lancashire, England
  • Date of birth: 23 January 1940
  • Age: 82 years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Centre half
  • Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$5 million

7. Peter Reid

Peter Reid
Peter Reid warms up during the Bradley Lowery Charity Game at Goodison Park in Liverpool, England. Photo: Everton FC
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Peter Reid enjoyed a successful career during his playing days. He built his profile as one of England's most skilled midfielders before signing for Everton in 1982. He enjoyed the most impressive and fruitful spell of his career as he led the club to victory, winning domestic and European honours and the Football League twice. To date, he is still remembered among Everton's legendary defenders.

Peter Reid's profile summary

  • Full name: Peter Reid
  • Place of birth: Liverpool, England
  • Date of birth: 20 June 1956
  • Age: 65 years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Defensive midfielder
  • Net worth: Estimated to be $1.5 million

6. Gary Lineker

Gary Lineker
Gary Lineker attends the Sun's Who Cares Wins Awards 2021 at The Roundhouse in London, England. Photo: Samir Hussein
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Even though he spent just one year with the soccer club, Everton's family will never forget his short-term success.

Gary Lineker's profile summary

  • Full name: Gary Winston Lineker
  • Place of birth: Leicester, England
  • Date of birth: 30 November 1960
  • Age: 61 years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Striker
  • Net worth: Estimated to be $30 million

5. Howard Kendall

Howard Kendall
Howard Kendall at a press conference at Goodson Park in Liverpool. He was reappointed as Everton manager for the third time. Photo: Allsport
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Before Howard Kendall moved to Everton in 1964, he initially played for Preston North End. He often played alongside Alan Ball and Colin Harvey, the Toffees' legends.

Howard Kendall's profile summary

  • Full name: Howard Kendall
  • Place of birth: Ryton, England
  • Date of birth: 22 May 1946
  • Age: 69 years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Midfielder
  • Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$5 million

4. Bob Latchford

Bob Latchford
Ex Everton and Swansea striker, Bob Latchford applauds the fans before the Barclays Premier League match between Swansea City and Everton in Swansea, Wales. Photo: Stu Forster
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Bob Latchford is recognised for netting 30 league goals during the 1977/78 league, and no one has ever beaten his record. In the last league match against Chelsea, he managed to take the club to victory after scoring within the last 18 minutes of the game.

Bob Latchford's profile summary

  • Full name: Robert Dennis Latchford
  • Place of birth: Birmingham, England
  • Date of birth: 18 January 1951
  • Age: years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Centre forward
  • Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$5 million

3. Graeme Sharp

Graeme Sharp
Former Everton striker, Graeme Sharp watches his son Chris Sharp of The New Saints play in the UEFA Champions League. Photo: Corbis
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Graeme Sharp is the legend responsible for Everton's 2-0 FA Cup victory in 1984. Additionally, he scored in the European Cup Winners' Cup semi-final against Bayern Munich. In total, he scored over 150 goals since his debut in the soccer scene.

Graeme Sharp's profile summary

  • Full name: Graeme Marshall Sharp
  • Place of birth: Glasgow, Scotland
  • Date of birth: 16 October 1960
  • Age: 61 years old as of March 2022
  • Nationality: Scottish
  • Position(s): Forward
  • Net worth: Estimated to be $1.5 million

2. Neville Southall

Neville Southall
Neville Southall at the Cardiff Street Games at the House of Sport Cardiff. Photo: David Davies
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Neville debuted in the football scene in 1980 as a semi-professional soccer player. A year later, he moved to Everton, where he became one of the club's essential players. During the mid-80s, Neville led the club to success, capturing two titles and their first-ever European trophy. He has made a total of 750 appearances since his career debut.

Neville Southall's profile summary

  • Full name: Neville Southall
  • Place of birth: Llandudno, Wales
  • Date of birth: 16 September 1958
  • Age: 63 years old (as of March 2022)
  • Nationality: Welsh
  • Position(s): Goalkeeper

Net worth: Estimated to be between $1 million-$5 million

1. Dixie Dean

Dixie Dean
England international and former Everton footballer, Dixie Dean in his Notts County strip. Photo: Keystone
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Talk of famous Everton legends. You sure have Dixie Dean at the top of the list. The legend scored 60 goals in just 39 games he played for the Toffees. Statistically, it said that no one would ever break Dixie's record.

Dixie Dean stuck with the club and helped them through the next campaign, despite the side being relegated two years later.

Dixie Dean's profile summary

  • Full name: William Ralph Dean
  • Place of birth: Birkenhead, Cheshire, England
  • Date of birth: 22 January 1907
  • Nationality: English
  • Position(s): Centre forward
  • Net worth: Estimated to be $1.5 million

Who are the current Everton players?

Below is a list containing Everton's current squad as of 2022.

Defenders

  • Jonjoe Kenny
  • Nathan Patterson
  • Mason Holgate
  • Michael Keane
  • Yerry Mina
  • Vitaliy Mykolenko
  • Ben Godfrey
  • Seamus Coleman
  • Jarrad Branthwaite

Goalkeepers

  • Jordan Pickford
  • Asmir Begovic
  • Andy Lonergan

Midfielders

  • Allan
  • Fabian Delph
  • Abdoulaye Doucoure
  • Andre Gomes
  • Donny van de Beek
  • Dele Alli

Forwards

  • Richarlison
  • Dominic Calvert-Lewin
  • Demarai Gray
  • Andros Townsend
  • Alex Iwobi
  • Cenk Tosun
  • Anthony Gordon
  • Salomón Rondón
  • Anwar El Ghazi

Even though Everton legends are no longer on the football pitch, their contributions to the soccer club will always be honoured. Therefore, we hope that you are now equipped with the information about the top renowned legends of Everton from the list above.

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Claudia Kogi is a Kenyan content creator with over 3 years of experience. Claudia joined Sportsbrief.com as a writer in January 2022, covering sports and relatable content.