Hamburg legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75.
Hamburg legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. - © imago sportfotodienst
Hamburg legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. - © imago sportfotodienst
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The Bundesliga mourns Kevin Keegan

Hamburg legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75, his family have confirmed. The Bundesliga mourns his loss.

In a statement, the Keegan family said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments. 

"Kevin, a double Ballon d’Or winner, was a much loved husband, father and grandfather. The family would like to thank Kevin’s incredible medical team for all their support. This is a hugely difficult time and they are requesting space and privacy."

Keegan won the Ballon d'Or twice during his time at Hamburg. - Richard Lee/BPI/Shutterstock via www.imago-images.de

Keegan spent three seasons at Hamburg between 1977 and 1980, scoring 40 goals in 113 games for the club. During his time there, he won the Bundesliga title, while also finishing runner-up in the European Cup. On an individual level, he was a two-time Ballon d'Or winner, with both awards coming during his spell at Hamburg.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

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