Imagine showing up to play for your beloved club, at your stadium and you've got Tony Parkes as your manager.
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Beloved is probably the right word.
#MrBlackburn#Rovers
"[Tony Parkes] played a huge part in our success here. A great bloke, an honest man who worked incredibly hard. He probably loved this football club more than anyone."
#Blackburn#Rovers@premierleague title winner @alanshearer#bbcfootball
Very sad to hear about the passing of Tony Parkes.
A fantastic man who I had the privilege of working alongside at Blackburn. Loyal, dedicated and someone who gave everything to the club.
My thoughts are with his family and everyone connected with Blackburn Rovers.
RIP Tony.
This season has aged us all and tested us.
But the manager, and what these players stepping up.
Not too many great moments this season but a great night to enjoy.
#Rovers
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Absolute Warrior who you could always look too. Was at Hull away when the Ole' s were born.
I'd be making him my captain for next season if I thought it would be around. Not the way he deserves to bow out, go well #hisnameissondre#hesbetterthanRodri#Rover
Colossal blow to lose Tronstad long-term and an unfitting way to bow out, if that is him finished in a #Rovers shirt.
One of the clubโs best signings in the last decade. A warrior, leader and a fantastic player ๐
Completely gutting.