Layth Yousif Gooner Fanzine editor 
Much-loved former Arsenal striker Kevin Campbell has died .
The popular Gunner sadly passed away at the age of 54 after a short illness.
Campbell won the Division One title in 1991, as well as the FA Cup and League Cup double in 1993, before also lifting the 1994 European Cup Winners Cup.
The world is a far poorer place without the positivity and charisma of true Arsenal man @1kevincampbell - one of life’s good guys ?Sending love to Kevin’s friends & family on such a sad, sad day on behalf of everyone associated with @goonerfanzine ?(Image: @northbanksyafc) pic.twitter.com/XJ5K1yzQ71
— The Gooner (@GoonerFanzine) June 15, 2024
"We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness," said Arsenal.
"Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Kevin."
Absolutely gutted to learn of the death of @1kevincampbell. Watched his Arsenal career from day one & had the honour interviewing him many times over the years. Such a lovely, lovely man. A true gent & an Arsenal legend. Thoughts go out to Kevin’s family & friends. RIP big man ? pic.twitter.com/5FwlQoXUou
— Layth (@laythy29) June 15, 2024
Born in Lambeth, Campbell came to the fore in the youth ranks at Highbury, lifting the FA Youth Cup in 1988 and once scoring 59 goals in a single season for the youngsters.
In all, Campbell scored 55 goals in 210 matches for Arsenal in all competitons.
In total Campbell scored 148 goals in 542 appearances across spells with eight clubs during his career, including stints at Nottingham Forest and Everton.
Arsenal added in a moving statement: "Kevin remained a dear and cherished friend to many at the club, always maintaining the close links that began in his very early days at Highbury.
Our thoughts are with Kevin’s whole family, at this incredibly difficult time."
We are devastated to learn that our former striker Kevin Campbell has died after a short illness.Kevin was adored by everyone at the club. All of us are thinking of his friends and family at this difficult time.Rest in peace, Kevin ?? pic.twitter.com/Kiywyo7nTr
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) June 15, 2024
Campbell scored eight goals in 10 games during the run-in as Arsenal won the title in 1990-91 under George Graham.
Campbell, who won four England Under-21 caps and one England B cap despite never making the full international side, retired after a short spell at Cardiff City.
All of the Arsenal lads are devastated to hear of Kev’s passing. A very sad day ?? pic.twitter.com/WSoDrd3MN3
— Alan Smith (@9smudge) June 15, 2024
Kevin’s son, Tyrese, is continuing the family legacy in English football, the forward most recently playing for Stoke City in the Championship last season.
Super Kev: a goal machine, a giant of a man, with an even bigger heart. An intensely private and a truly wonderful human being. I’m devastated for his loved ones, and all of us. Love you Super Kev, Skipper ??? pic.twitter.com/ZJ6f57yK2b
— Tony Adams (@TonyAdams) June 15, 2024
Everton said earlier this month he became ill in May and was "very unwell" in hospital.
Everton said: "Everyone at Everton is deeply saddened by the death of our former striker Kevin Campbell at the age of just 54.
"Not just a true Goodison Park hero and icon of the English game, but an incredible person as well - as anyone who ever met him will know. RIP, Super Kev."
— Ian Wright (@IanWright0) June 15, 2024
Devestating news that Kevin Campbell has been taken way too early. Such great memories of playing with Rambo during our time together @Arsenal - sending all my love to his family and friends ?
— David Seaman MBE ~ SafeHands (@thedavidseaman) June 15, 2024
RIP Kevin Campbell. 1970 - 2024. #Arsenal♥?? pic.twitter.com/RqcfLp7t7F
— @Northbanksy (@northbanksyafc) June 15, 2024
RIP! Devastating news… top bloke, great player, absolute gentlemen. Thoughts are with his family ?? pic.twitter.com/4MEh674Hk4
— Paul Merson (@PaulMerse) June 15, 2024
Devastated hearing the news this morning RIP Kevin ?Great player and even nicer Fella ?? Thoughts with his family at this tough time ?
— Ray Parlour (@RealRomfordPele) June 15, 2024
