Jimmy Walker is a cult hero at Walsall, holding the appearance record for a goalkeeper and helping them win promotion to the Championship in 2001. He also played for West Ham and Tottenham, and has coached goalkeepers at numerous clubs.

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Jimmy Walker and Wayne discuss their time at Walsall, Jimmy’s move to West Ham and his own career path.

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