| Bill Turner | |
| Fullname: | William Turner |
| Birth Date: | 16 November 1901 |
| Birth Place: | Tipton, England |
| Position: | Midfielder |
| Youthyears1: | ? |
| Youthclubs1: | Bromsgrove Rovers |
| Years1: | ?–1925 |
| Clubs1: | Bromsgrove Rovers |
| Caps1: | ? |
| Goals1: | ? |
| Years2: | 1925–1936 |
| Clubs2: | Crystal Palace |
| Caps2: | 281 |
| Goals2: | 36 |
| Years3: | 1936–? |
| Clubs3: | Worcester City |
| Caps3: | ? |
| Goals3: | ? |
| Nationalteam1: | England schoolboys |
| Nationalyears1: | ? |
| Nationalcaps1: | ? |
| Nationalgoals1: | ? |
William Turner (16 November 1901 – 1989) was an English, retired professional footballer who played mainly as a midfielder or inside forward. He made 281 League appearances for Crystal Palace scoring 36 goals. He also played non-league football for Bromsgrove Rovers and Worcester City F.C.
Turner began his career with Bromsgrove Rovers but had already become an England schoolboy international before signing for the club.[1] He signed for Crystal Palace on 4 May 1925 and became a regular in the side the following season.[1] Over the next 11 seasons, Turner made 281 league appearances for Palace, scoring 36 goals and became noted for his committed performances and versatility, playing in eight different positions.[1] His nickname amongst the club's supporters was "Rubber".[1] [2] In June 1936, Turner moved back into non-league football when he signed for Worcester City where he finished his playing career.[3]
Bill Turner died in 1989 aged 87 or 88.[4]