Ex-Everton attacker Alex Iwobi has paid a heartfelt tribute to Bill Kenwright.
The club's chairman passed away this week due to complications from surgery.
Kenwright, who had done so much for the club since joining the board in 1989, will be honored by Everton and fans at the weekend.
Iwobi posted a photo of Kenwright on his social media, along with the caption: RIP to a hero. Played a big part in my career and my life, I'll forever be grateful."
Kenwright had messaged Iwobi in May 2022, which the winger now shared on his social media account, saying: No one is more pleased than your chairman that you are on the way to becoming an Everton legend Alex... I'm SO proud of you coz I know it's not always been easy.
Be our hero tomorrow... again!! God bless you. Chairman."
Iwobi had replied at the time: Thank you very much for the message, appreciate it so much. I'll continue fighting for Everton."