FORMER Brighton star Gerry Ryan has handed away aged 68.
The previous ahead performed within the 1983 FA Cup last for the Seagulls towards Manchester United.
Tributes have poured in for Gerry Ryan following his demiseCredit score: PA
Ryan made 199 appearances for Brighton and performed within the 1983 FA Cup lastCredit score: PA
He additionally represented the Republic of Eire 18 occasions, taking part in alongside Arsenal legend Liam Brady who he later labored with at Brighton.
Brady appointed Ryan assistant supervisor whereas at Brighton and he has paid tribute to his buddy and former team-mate.
He mentioned: “Gerry was an exquisite team-mate. He was a really fast winger, very courageous, and he took folks on.
“Off the pitch Gerry was only a very nice man. He was affable, unassuming and acquired on with everybody he got here involved with. He’ll be sadly missed by everybody who knew him.”
A number of tributes have been paid to Ryan together with from Brighton, the place he made 199 appearances between 1978 and 1985.
The membership mentioned in an announcement: “Everybody at Brighton & Hove Albion is deeply saddened to listen to of the passing of former Albion striker, Gerry Ryan on the age of 68.
“Our ideas are with Gerry’s household and buddies at this unhappy time.
“199 appearances and 39 targets in one of the crucial profitable durations in our historical past.
“Relaxation in peace, Gerry. 🙏”
Ryan helped Brighton obtain promotion to the highest flight in 1979 following spells at Derby and Bohemians.
A damaged leg compelled him to retire in 1985 with the Irishman shopping for a pub after hanging up his boots, which he ran with spouse Simeon till struggling a stroke in 2007.
Followers have honoured Ryan with sort phrases with one saying: “RIP Gerry. One thing particular to observe when in full flight ball at his toes.”
One other added: “Unhappy information. One in all my favourites. RIP.”
A 3rd wrote: “So sorry to listen to that what a legend 🙏”