Gary Lineker has led the social media tributes to the late Stan Bowles, following the news of his death at the age of 75.
The sad news was confirmed by his club, QPR, with Bowles remembered by many as a maverick No. 10 who had a colourful life on and off the pitch.
As well as representing QPR, Brentford and Manchester City at club level, he also played five games for England - but his unusual style meant national managers were reluctant to utilise him on the biggest stages.
Lineker posted on X (formerly Twitter): 'Sorry to hear that Stan Bowles has died.