Former Torquay United star Tony Bedeau has tragically passed away at the age of 45.
A Torquay club statement read: 'It is with deep sadness that Torquay United Football Club announces the passing of former striker Tony Bedeau at the age of just 45.
The former striker scored 65 goals in 374 appearances across two spells with Torquay and is known as one of the club's greatest ever players.
Gulls co-chairman Michael Wescott also paid tribute to Bedeau as he said: 'Tony was one of the most exciting players to have worn the yellow shirt – and one of my personal favourites.
And following the tragic news, tributes poured in for Bedeau - who is eighth in Torquay's all-time appearances list - from across the footballing world.
