ENGLISH football icon and former Saints player Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, his family have confirmed.
Keegan's family revealed that he had been diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer in January.
The news was shared in a heart breaking tribute by close friend Peter Graves, who wrote on X, formerly Twitter: “It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75.
“The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments.
“Kevin, a double Ballon D’or winner, was a much loved husband, father and grandfather.
“The family would like to thank Kevin’s incredible medical team for all their support.
“This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy.”
Described as one of Saints' greatest ever signings, Keegan played for Southampton between 1980 and 1982, joining from Hamburg where had been named the Ballon D'or winner only the year prior.
FA Cup-winning manager Lawrie McMenemy famously unveiled Keegan in front of the media at the Potters Heron Hotel in Ampfield.
Keegan lived in Romsey long after his playing and management career.
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