Tragedy as ‘terrific’ footballer dies with club paying tribute to ‘fantastic young man’ who will be ‘sorely missed’
TRIBUTES have flooded in for a “terrific footballer” following his death.
Ross Aikenhead was a “fantastic young man”, his club Winsford United FC said.
The Cheshire side, which plays in the North West Counties League, said Ross, in his 20s, will be “sorely missed”.
They wrote: “It’s with deep sadness that we have to announce that our player Ross Aikenhead has sadly passed away.
“Ross was a fantastic young man and a terrific footballer.
“He will be sorely missed by everyone associated with the club, our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Ross’s family and friends.
“RIP Ross.”
Wythenshawe FC also paid tribute to the footballer, who had a stint at the south Manchester club.
They wrote on Facebook: “On behalf of everyone at Wythenshawe Town FC we send our deepest condolences to the family of Ross Aikenhead.
“Ross played with us in preseason and early part of the current season.
“At tomorrows game there will be a minutes applause before the game in remembrance for Ross.”