Former Arsenal and Leeds midfielder David Rocastle died last night at the age of 33 after losing his battle with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Rocastle was diagnosed as suffering form the disease, which attacks the immune system, in February and underwent a course of chemotherapy.
Rocastle's agent Jerome Anderson said: "It is with deep regret that I have to announce the sad passing of this young man in the early hours ofthis morning.
"He fought a very brave battle against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which is a form of cancer.
"He was much loved and respected throughout the football world and will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew him."
Rocastle played for Arsenal, Leeds, Manchester City and Chelsea and also represented England.
Rocastle made his name at Arsenal where he won the League Championship in 1989 and 1991 as well as picking up a Milk Cup winners' medal in1987.
He was capped 14 times by England.
Chelsea loaned him out to Norwich before he had a spell at Hull City. He most recently played club football in Malaysia.
Rocastle leaves a wife Janet and three children. -AFP