Leighton Baines

In terms of longevity, you would struggle to get a better signing that Leighton Baines.

Signed in 2007, Baines has continually been England’s best left-back over the last few years, and without Ashley Cole in front of him – he would have undoubtedly been a more high-profile name.

He is a fantastic player for Everton, but he is also so much more. He’s a leader, he’s a personality, he is consistent, he is committed – he has everything.

When you consider the greatest Everton signings of all time, Baines is up there – and he undoubtedly tops the list for the last 10 years.