John Hurst dead at 76: Everton legend and league title winner passes away after long illness

EVERTON icon John Hurst has passed away at the age of 76, the club have confirmed.

Hurst was an FA Youth Cup winner and league title winner with the Toffees before he became part of Joe Royle’s backroom staff in the 1990s.

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Also known as “Gentleman Jack”, the former centre-back played 404 times for the club.

In the 145-year history of Everton, only 16 players have appeared more often, cementing Hurst’s credentials as a Goodison Park legend.

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