Former Chelsea and Fulham manager Bobby Campbell died at the age of 78 on Friday. Simon Johnson of the London Evening Standard broke the news, noting his strong connection with the Blues, one that lasted well beyond his time at the helm of the club:
Former Chelsea manager Bobby Campbell has passed away. He was a lovely man who cared deeply for the club. Sad news indeed.
— Simon Johnson (@sjstandardsport) November 6, 2015
Former club Portsmouth FC later confirmed the news via Twitter.
An England youth international during his playing days, Campbell established himself as a manager at Fulham and Portsmouth before taking the job with Chelsea.