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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13. Louis Saha
Although his Sunderland spell wasn’t a success, the striker’s achievements at Fulham, Manchester United and Everton could one day bag him a place in the Hall of Fame. A two-time Premier League winner. Photo: John Peters
14. Shay Given
The ex-Sunderland keeper, better known for his 12-year stint with rivals Newcastle United and later Aston Villa and Stoke, was one of the most consistent Premier League goalkeepers before retiring in 2017. Photo: Stu Forster
15. Jermain Defoe
Given his goal-laden spells with West Ham, Tottenham, Portsmouth, Sunderland and West Ham, Defoe is definitely in with a shout of making the Premier League’s Hall of Fame one day. Photo: Nigel Roddis
16. Niall Quinn
A Premier League player for a combined seven seasons, Quinn certainly left a mark on England’s top flight and could be in with a shout of getting into the Hall of Fame one day. However, at present, the Irishman would be behind a lot of notable goalscorers Photo: Clive Mason