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Former Nottingham Forest Striker Trevor Francis Has Died At The Age Of 69

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He suffered a heart attack at his apartment in Spain.

Former striker Trevor Francis has died at the age of 69.

A statement released on behalf of his family says he suffered a heart attack at his apartment in Spain.

Francis was Britain's first one-million-pound footballer following his move from Birmingham to Nottingham Forest in 1979.

He was a prolific goalscorer for Birmingham before going on to win the European Cup with Forest and earning 52 England caps.

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