Ex-Chelsea & Man Utd Star Ray Wilkins Passes Away

Former England international Ray Wilkins has died aged 61 following a cardiac arrest at the end of March.

Wilkins, who played for both Chelsea and Manchester United during his playing career, was being treated at St George’s Hospital in London in an induced coma.

In a statement, the Professional Footballers’ Associations (PFA) said: “It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we have learnt that former England midfielder Ray Wilkins has passed away, aged 61.

“The thoughts and condolences of everyone at the PFA are with his family and friends.”

Wilkins’ family released a statement via BBC Sport where they wanted to “thank St George’s staff for the amazing work they have done to care for our beloved Ray”.