Phil Boyer is considered one of the most naturally gifted and skillful players to have played for York City.

He was born in Nottingham in 1949, although he was to serve his apprenticeship with their fierce local rivals Derby County. But he never managed a senior appearance at the Baseball Ground, which led to a £3,000 move to York in July 1968.

Once at Bootham Crescent he struck up a tremendous partnership with Ted MacDougall. Boyer's quick and lively ball skills made him a real favourite of the fans and the perfect foil for lethal marksman MacDougall.

However, he was transferred to Bournemouth for a then club record £20,000 transfer fee received in December 1970. Following 140 League games for the Cherries he joined Southampton, where he netted 49 goals in 138 League appearances.

Boyer finally ended his career with Manchester City, where his playing days were affected by injury. But he did earn a full England cap during a successful time with Norwich, and also played several times at under-23 level.

He went on to perform in Hong Kong and later returned home to become player-manager of Grantham Town.