London, United Kingdom. Former England footballer and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, British media reported on Monday. His family said he had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments.
Family statement
“It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75,” Keegan’s family said in a statement quoted by Sky Sports.
The family described Keegan as a “much loved husband, father and grandfather” and thanked his medical team for its support.
Football career
Keegan was a former England player and manager and won the Ballon d’Or twice.