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Arsenal, QPR, Sheffield Wednesday and Everton pay tribute to Steve Burtenshaw after former coach dies aged 86

Arsenal and Everton have led tributes to former coach Steve Burtenshaw, who has died aged 86.

Sheffield Wednesday and QPR, where he also enjoyed spells in charge in the 1970s, also sent their condolences.

Arsenal's official Twitter account wrote: 'Everyone at the club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our former coach and scout, Steve Burtenshaw. 'Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.'

Arsenal and Everton have led tributes to former coach Steve Burtenshaw (left)

In his playing days Burtenshaw was a one-club man, spending his entire 14-year career with Brighton and Hove Albion.