Tottenham legend Martin Chivers has died aged 80, the north London club confirmed in an emotional statement on Wednesday.
The former striker played at Spurs for eight years during the 1960s and 1970s, becoming one of the club’s greatest goal-scorers in history.
Third in the club’s all-time scoring charts, Chivers netted an impressive 202 goals in 415 appearances for Tottenham.
The Premier League club led tributes to their legendary former player in an emotional tribute on Wednesday.
‘It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our legendary former striker, Martin Chivers,’ Spurs posted on social media platform X.
‘We extend our deepest sympathies to Martin’s family, friends and former team-mates at this incredibly sad time.
‘Our players will wear black armbands during this evening’s fixture against AFC Bournemouth.
‘Rest in peace, Martin. One of the all-time greats.’
Chivers began his career at Southampton, where he was born, and enjoyed a successful six years there between 1962 and 1968 before moving to White Hart Lane.
During his time in north London, the striker guided Spurs to UEFA Cup success in 1972 and helped the club win two League Cups in 1971 and 1973.
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Legendary former Tottenham footballer Martin Chivers has died aged 80 (pictured in 2016)
The former striker played at Spurs for eight years during the 1960s and 1970s (pictured in 1973)
