Tributes pour in for football legend Peter Brabrook

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Peter Brabrook died aged 79 of a short illness Credit: TWITTER/ @THE LEAGUEMAG

Tributes have been pouring in for West Ham and Chelsea legend Peter Brabrook - who has died aged 79 after a short illness.

Both clubs released lengthy statements on their website - with the Hammers calling him 'a friendly, approachable and hugely knowledgeable figure beloved by his teammates', and the Blues saying he held 'a special place in Chelsea history'.

Charity fundraiser Jonjo Heuerman shared a photo of him meeting Brabrook while the London Stadium was being constructed, while commentator Ian Abrahams shared his condolences along with a video of former Hammers manager Harry Redknapp talking about his memories of the player.