Notable Former Players
Liverpudlian comedian John Bishop played for the club during the late 1980s. Former Premier League striker Geoff Horsfield played for Witton during the 1990s as well as former Derby County Goalkeeper Andy Oakes. Cardiff City forward Nicky Maynard spent a short spell on loan at the club during the 2005–06 season. Alex Titchiner left the club after the 2011-12 season to join League Two side Fleetwood Town. Other players include; Mike Whitlow, Denis Voilett, Peter Mellor, Chris Nicholls.
Witton were also managed by former Manchester City players Ken Barnes and Ray Ranson.
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