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Former Liverpool and Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier has sadly passed away at 73.
The Frenchman died overnight, according to French media RMC Sport.
: black_circle: We are saddened to learn of the death of Gérard Houllier, who passed away overnight, at the age of 73. Our thoughts are with everyone who is close to him.
– RMC Sport (@RMCsport) December 14, 2020
It comes after Houllier underwent aortic aneurysm surgery three weeks ago.
He was released from the hospital and returned home yesterday, but tragically died overnight.
Houllier managed Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team before taking Liverpool’s hot seat in 1998, where he helped the Reds win the FA Cup, two League Cups and the UEFA Cup, among other titles.
3 days agoAfter his stint at Anfield, he returned to France, where he managed Lyon before returning to the Premier League to manage Villa.
Tributes have been paid after Houllier’s death.
Oh no! Gerard Houllier has passed away. One of the smartest, warmest and most charming people in football. #RIPGerard
– Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) December 14, 2020
Devastating news about Gerard Houllier. The man who modernized Liverpool Football Club and made them a genuine force again with the historic triplet season. A lovely boy and a great coach. RIP Gerard. #LFC
– James Pearce (@JamesPearceLFC) December 14, 2020
RIP Gérard Houllier. Gérard Houllier coached Liverpool from 1998 to 2004. His most memorable season was guiding Liverpool to five trophies in 2001, winning the UEFA Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, Charity Shield and the Super Cup. UEFA. Remarkable achievement. A gentleman. pic.twitter.com/jQFGBVBYVl
– DaveOCKOP (@DaveOCKOP) December 14, 2020
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