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'He was a legend at this club' - Antonio Conte pays tribute to former Chelsea player and assistant boss Ray Wilkins

Antonio Conte has paid his respects to Chelsea "legend" Ray Wilkins following his death earlier this week.

The Blues boss spoke passionately about the club's former captain, who died aged 61 on Wednesday following a cardiac arrest.

The Premier League announced on Wednesday that all matches this weekend will be preceded by a moment's applause in memory of the ex-England international, whose other clubs included Manchester United, AC Milan and QPR.

Chelsea will have their own tributes to a man who worked as an assistant manager and coach with the Blues, with memories in the matchday programme, a book of condolence and a picture montage all planned ahead of Sunday's match.