While the old Leitch architecture gave the Goodison Park structure something unique, it also possesses something bricks and mortar simply cannot provide. Former Everton striker Andy Gray, who won the top-flight title, FA Cup and European Cup Winners' Cup, said: "We will leave Goodison Park. Goodison Park will never leave us."

It is the end of an era for Everton Football Club as they are preparing for the next chapter in their history with a move away from their beloved Goodison Park, which has been the home of the Toffees since 1892.