FORMER Bristol City and Chelsea forward Chris Garland has died aged 74.
The former forward passed away after a long illness.
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Garland spent five years at Ashton Gate, before leaving for Chelsea in 1971 for £100,000.
He went on to play 31 times in 114 appearances for the Blues over four seasons, being described on their official website as a “penetrating, hard-working and unselfish attacker.”
Following the sad news of their former striker’s passing, Chelsea wrote: “We send our deepest condolences to Chris’ family and friends.”
While Bristol City have also paid tribute.
They tweeted: “The club are deeply saddened by the passing of Chris Garland at the age of 74.
“Rest in Peace to a Bristol City legend.”
Following Chelsea’s relegation in 1975, Garland moved to Leicester City in a £95k deal, staying in the top flight in the process.
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