Chelsea paid their respects to the late Ray Wilkins at Stamford Bridge during Sunday’s London derby with West Ham after the former England midfielder tragically passed away earlier this week following a cardiac arrest.
Wilkins, who was just 61 when he died, started his career with the Blues as a player in the 1970’s before returning as an assistant manager on several occasions.
Before facing West Ham, Chelsea players wore No 8 shirts in memory of Ray Wilkins
There was a memorial to the former Chelsea player and coach outside ground where fans paid their respects
A minutes’s applause was observed prior to kick-off in their Premier League clash with West Ham on Sunday
Wilkins, who also played for Manchester United, AC Milan, Rangers and QPR, died following a heart attack
He was a lifelong Chelsea fan, a season-ticket holder who became a legend of the club. And on Sunday, the Blues marked his death with a number of tributes as football continues to mourn his loss.
