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Former Stoke defender Pejic pays tribute to George Eastham

Former Stoke City left-back Mike Pejic has paid tribute to ex-team-mate George Eastham, whose death was announced last week.

Eastham joined the Potters shortly after the 1966 World Cup whilst Pejic broke into the Stoke side two years later after graduating from the club's youth academy.

"It just took me back really and I shed a few tears," Pejic told BBC Radio Stoke.

"He was a great player, great to be associated with and you talk about legends, he is a legend for what he's done for football.

"He was quiet and got on with his job but he was always available on the pitch, ready to receive the ball in any position, and his hard work, his stamina, was second to none.