Former Wimbledon manager and Tottenham Hotspur defender Joe Kinnear has died at the age of 77.
Kinnear played for Tottenham and Brighton and Hove Albion during an 11-year career as a player, making a combined 212 club appearances.
He also won 26 caps for the Republic of Ireland national team.
Kinnear went on to manage Luton Town, Wimbledon, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United — where he also held the position of director of football.
His passing was confirmed in a statement by Newcastle that read: “Newcastle United is saddened to learn of the passing of Joe Kinnear at the age of 77.
“Joe worked at the club as both Manager and Director of Football.
“The thoughts of everyone at #NUFC are with Joe’s family and friends at this difficult time.”
A statement from Spurs said: “We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former player, Joe Kinnear. The thoughts of everyone at the Club are with his family and friends at this incredibly sad time.”
AFC Wimbledon added: “A true legend of the Club, Joe gave us some amazing memories that we treasure.”
Former Premier League striker John Harton, who played under Kinnear at Wimbledon, said: “Sad news hearing that my ex-boss Joe Kinnear has passed away.. My thoughts are with Joe’s wife Bonnie and the Kinnear…
