Combative and influential midfielder who was the driving force behind Everton's mid-1980s golden era.
Peter Reid was born in Huyton, Liverpool on 20 June 1956. He began at Bolton Wanderers before joining Everton in 1982, where he became one of the most important players in the club's history. A tireless, intelligent midfielder with a fierce competitive streak, he won two league titles (1985, 1987), the FA Cup in 1984 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1985. He was named PFA Player of the Year in 1985. Injuries had threatened to derail his career at Bolton, but his perseverance was rewarded with the most successful period in Everton's modern history. He later played for QPR, Manchester City and Southampton. He earned 13 England caps, featuring at the 1986 World Cup. As a manager, he had a long spell at Sunderland.
League Championship 2x
He overcame two broken legs at Bolton Wanderers before going on to become PFA Player of the Year at Everton in 1985.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- League Championship 2x
- FA Cup 1984
- European Cup Winners' Cup 1985