The larger-than-life character has passed away at the age of 74, the Ligue 1 club announced on Thursday
Montpellier president Louis Nicollin has died at the age of 74.
The club confirmed the passing of the maverick, who has been president of Montpellier since 1974, on Thursday.
Nicollin - a beloved and colourful character who was known as Loulou - is widely reported to have suffered a heart attack while celebrating his birthday at a restaurant.
"It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of our President Louis Nicollin on Thursday 29 June," Montpellier posted on Twitter.