EX-PREMIER LEAGUE manager Joe Kinnear has died at the age of 77 following a battle with dementia.
A statement from Kinnear’s family announced the sad news on Sunday evening.
PA:Press AssociationJoe Kinnear has passed away at the age of 77[/caption]
As revealed by Mike Keegan, the statement said: “We are sad to announce that Joe passed away peacefully this afternoon surrounded by his family.”
“Joe, who was 77, had been suffering from dementia having been diagnosed in 2015.
“He will be remembered fondly by many – both as a player and a manager.
“His Wimbledon team finishing sixth in the 1993-94 Premier League was a phenomenal achievement.”
Kinnear became a legend playing for Tottenham between 1965 and 1975, where he made 258 appearances in all competitions.
His trophy cabinet with Spurs includes the 1967 FA Cup, the 1972 Uefa Cup and the 1971 and 1973 League Cups as well as a shared 1967 Charity Shield.
After leaving Spurs he joined Brighton, where he remained for one season before he hung up his boots.
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