THE GOLDEN VISION

 Alex Young, born this day....3 February 1937 was a legendary Scottish footballer, best known for his time as a center-forward for Everton Football Club between 1960 and 1968, where he earned the nickname "The Golden Vision". He is considered to be one of the greatest players in Everton's history and is often referred to be the "King of Goodison" for his elegant style and high scoring rate. Everton Career: Signed from Heart of Midlothian in November 1960 for £40,000. He made 273 appearances and scored 87 goals for the Toffees. He died on 27 February 2017).

Major Honours: He was a key member of the 1962/63 League Championship-winning side (scoring 22 goals) and the 1966 FA Cup-winning team. Playing Style: Known for his incredible grace, ball control, and ability to glide past defenders. He was described as a "matador" with the ball, frequently tricking defenders and having an almost supernatural talent. Legacy: He was dubbed "The Golden Vision" by Spurs captain Danny Blanchflower. 

The phrase also inspired a famous 1968 BBC documentary about a blind fan’s devotion to him.       Post-Football: After leaving Everton in 1968, he briefly managed Glentoran and played for Stockport County. He later ran an upholstery business in Edinburgh. Young passed away in February 2017 at the age of 80, with tributes noting that his status as a club icon remained undimmed, decades after he left Goodison Park.