14. Dave Watson (1986-2001) 419 appearances, 23 goals Evertonians were lucky to see 15 years of service from Dave Watson, the consummate defender. Merseyside born Watson was signed from Norwich City in August 1986 for a fee of £1.23 mln. He won 12 England caps. His championship medal in his first season and the 1995 FA Cup win in the tail-end of his career are fitting bookends for this gutsy club captain.

