Pavel Srnicek, the former Newcastle and Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper, has passed away aged just 47.
The Czech international, who played 49 times for his country, suffered a cardiac arrest while out jogging on December 20th.
Since then, he was in an induced coma.
BREAKING: Former Newcastle goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek has died aged 47 #SSNHQ
— Sky Sports News HQ (@SkySportsNewsHQ) December 29, 2015
Along with spending time promoting his recently released book, Srnicek was working as a goalkeeping coach with Sparta Prague.
In two spells at St. James Park, 1991 - 1998 and 2006 - 2007, he established himself as a fan favourite.
At half time in Newcastle's St. Stephen's Day game against Everton, fans sang 'Pavel is a Geordie' which was recorded and played at his bedside.
Tributes from former teammates and those who played against him have been paid to Srnicek.
It is with immense sadness that we confirm the passing of former #NUFC goalkeeper Pavel Srníček today. pic.twitter.com/DQi4ETE1Pk
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) December 29, 2015
A truly beautiful soul has left this world far too early!! Thank you so much for everything you did for me Pav pic.twitter.com/0nXY6JUGRq
— Stephen Harper (@steveharper37) December 29, 2015
It is with incredible sadness that I've have learned that Pavel Srnicek has died. A gentleman and a great sportsman. RIP my friend
— Peter Schmeichel (@Pschmeichel1) December 29, 2015
Pavel Srnicek so sad RIP
— Peter Reid (@reid6peter) December 29, 2015
So sad to hear about Pavel Srnicek. Proud to have known him and play with him. Absolute gentleman. #RIPPAV
— Keith Gillespie (@KeithGillespie7) December 29, 2015
