Arsenal football club has confirmed the death of their former player, Kevin Campbell.
54-years-old Campbell played as a striker for the Gunners, Nottingham Forest and Everton.
During his almost 20-year career, he scored 148 goals in 542 club games.
Arsenal on its X page wrote;
“We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness. Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Kevin.”
An Everton statement added:
“Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
” Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well – as anyone who ever met him will know. RIP, Super Kev.”
A Premier League statement said: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kevin Campbell, the former Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Everton and West Brom striker.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with Kevin’s family, friends and those associated with the clubs he played for.”
After ending his playing career in May 2007, Campbell went on to enjoy a successful media career.
