This life story became more poignant when the former Liverpool and Everton defender was diagnosed with cancer during the course of writing his autobiography. It makes the final chapters incredibly touching and tough to read, as we come to realise these are the thoughts of a man who knew he was penning his own memorial. Ablett would not live to see the book published. Aside from the heartbreaking finale, Ablett’s story offered a rare insight into life at both Anfield and Goodison during triumphant and tumultuous periods in both clubs history.