HONEST AND GENUINE..

BOBBY CHARLTON: I am deeply saddened. As an opponent, team-mate and friend, Jimmy was one of the most honest and genuine gentlemen I had the good fortune to meet. SIR GEOFF HURST: Jimmy was a great part of our group at the World Cup, one of the great full-backs, and one of the nicest guys you could wish to meet. Just an absolutely super guy and a sad loss. GARY LINEKER: He was a wonderful footballer and England captain who went on to be a terrific broadcaster. Most importantly, he was a delightful man. ALAN SHEARER: You couldn’t wish to meet a warmer, more engaging man. A proper football man and a gentleman. BLACKPOOL BOSS GARY BOWYER: His love for Blackpool knew no bounds. I could listen to him talk football all day. I will cherish those moments we had in my office with a cup of tea. The game has lost a true great.