And speculation is rife, with many fans speculating which two top-tier legends will get the nod. Here, we take a look at the ex-Sunderland men who could be in with a shout of being inducted to the Hall of Fame at some point down the line.
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9. Jordan Henderson
A consistent performer for Liverpool since leaving Sunderland in 2011, Henderson looks likely to lift the Premier League trophy this season. If his career stays on path, he could well find himself in the Hall of Fame one day. Photo: Chris Brunskill
10. Dwight Yorke
A three-time Premier League winner with Manchester United, Yorke is one of the deadliest strikers in the competition's history. Photo: Jamie McDonald
11. Kevin Phillips
The only Englishman to win the prestigious European Golden Shoe after a 30 goal Premier League season with Sunderland during the 2000-01 season. Photo: Michael Steele
12. Andy Cole
The third-highest goalscorer in Premier League history with 187 goals, Cole won the Premier League five times! Photo: Laurence Griffiths