Blackburn Rovers legend Tony Parkes has died aged 76, the club have announced.
Parkes was a coach with the Lancashire club during their 1994-95 Premier League-winning season under Kenny Dalglish.
He also made more than 400 appearances for them as a midfielder.
The club wrote: ‘Everyone at Blackburn Rovers sends their deepest heartfelt condolences to Tony’s daughter Natalie and all his family and friends at this incredibly sad time.
‘A special tribute will be held to celebrate Tony’s life and his outstanding contribution to the club’s history at Rovers’ final home game of the season against Leicester City on Saturday May 2nd.’
More to follow.
