Everton, despite their last few decades of mediocrity and unrest, have still managed to muster up a few cult heroes for the fanbase to cling to. Whether it be due to their talent that was beyond anything else in the changing rooms, or their unflinching loyalty to the club, these are supporters who love their club unconditionally, no matter how mentally draining it can often be. And as Alan Ball’s old adage goes: ‘Once Everton has touched you, nothing will ever be the same’. Well, this is a notion that extends to many former players too, with Phil Jagielka one of those transformed by that Toffe…
