Liverpool hero Joey Jones dies aged 70 as John Aldridge leads tributes
Jones' time with the Reds was marked by numerous victories, including a League title, two European Cups, the European Super Cup, and the UEFA Cup. He was also immortalised in the famous 'Joey ate the frogs legs' banner as Liverpool dominated Europe.
In 1978, Jones returned to his hometown club, Wrexham, before moving on to play for Chelsea and Huddersfield Town.
Liverpool legend John Aldridge confirmed the sad news, stating: "More sad news folks Joey Jones passed away last night.
"What a lovely man and an inspirational full back who gave his heart and soul in a red shirt and for all the clubs he played for !", reports the Liverpool Echo.
"Our thoughts are with joeys family ! I'm a lucky man to have met him many times YNWA RIP topman".
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