On Wednesday, the sad news surrounding Ray Wilkins was announced. At the age of 61, the Englishman has sadly passed away.
The former Chelsea midfielder had been in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest. After being taken to at St George's Hospital, he was placed in an induced coma.
The former Three Lions international fell into critical condition on Friday due to his heart attack. He received tons of get-well-soon messages but departed from this world a few days later.
The Chelsea icon has left behind two children, Ross and Jade, and wife Jackie. Shortly after the tragic news was confirmed, tributes poured in for the player who enjoyed a lovely career.
Many Premier League legends were quick to send their condolences upon hearing of his death. The likes of Alan Shearer and Peter Schmeichel paid their respects via Twitter, while Gary Lineker admitting to being “deeply saddened” by Wilkins’ passing away.
Having played for the likes of Chelsea, Man United, QPR, Crystal Palace, and his national team; it came as no surprise that several English clubs tweeted their condolences. Check out the tweets below.
The thoughts of everyone here at Arsenal are with the family and friends of English football icon, Ray Wilkins
— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) April 4, 2018
May he rest in peace pic.twitter.com/b53JuLYPlG
Deeply saddened to hear that Ray Wilkins has passed away. A wonderful footballer and a delightful man. It was a pleasure to have played alongside him with England. No teammate was more helpful and supportive. I’ll be forever grateful. Thoughts are with his family. #RIPRay
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) April 4, 2018
We’re devastated to hear the news that Ray Wilkins has passed away at the age of 61.
— England (@England) April 4, 2018
Wilkins made 84 appearances for the #ThreeLions, and was assistant manager of our Under-21s between 2004 and 2007.
We will miss you, Ray. pic.twitter.com/kZJWipsvTq
Everybody at Crystal Palace Football Club is saddened to learn of the passing of our former player and coach Ray Wilkins. Deepest sympathy to all his family at this extremely difficult time. pic.twitter.com/sys3VklAXP
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) April 4, 2018
Rest in peace Ray Wilkins. All of us at West Ham United are deeply saddened to learn of Ray's passing. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/UXlsubtqk5
— West Ham United (@WestHamUtd) April 4, 2018
So upset to hear the news of Ray Wilkins. RIP Ray. Even when Ray left villa, he was always ringing me offering advice and telling me what I could do to improve. A true gentleman and one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. pic.twitter.com/SO6FydGMlQ
— Jack Grealish (@JackGrealish1) April 4, 2018
Desperately sad to hear of the death of my good friend Ray Wilkins. Speaking from the heart, Ray was a gentleman, a great player, pundit and an even greater man, I will miss his smile and him never again telling me he’s dangerously well again. Thoughts to his family at this time pic.twitter.com/WywBWGyDli
— Ian Abrahams (Moose) (@BroadcastMoose) April 4, 2018
So sad to hear the news about Ray Wilkins. He lived for and loved football. I was lucky enough to have worked with him and he was always a true gentleman. He will be sorely missed by so many. #RIPRay
— Alan Shearer (@alanshearer) April 4, 2018
Sad and chocked to hear of the passing of Ray Wilkins. A true football person with a totally underestimated contribution to our sport. One of the best I’ve seen. My thought are with his family. Rest in peace #RayWilkins @ManUtd
— Peter Schmeichel (@Pschmeichel1) April 4, 2018
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ray Wilkins. The thoughts of everyone at the Club are with his family and friends at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/QkXJQ2GuDf
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) April 4, 2018
Wilkins enjoyed success even after retirement, winning the Premier League and FA Cup as assistant manager at Stamford Bridge. He also won the Scottish Premier Division and the Chelsea Player of the Year twice during his playing time before being inducted into the English Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
