Dave Rylands (born 5 March 1953) is an English former footballer who played as a defender. Rylands started his career at Liverpool signing professional terms with the club when he was 17 years old in 1970. Rylands only made one appearance for Liverpool; he played in their 2âÂÂ2 draw against Doncaster Rovers in the 1973âÂÂ74 FA Cup.