Manchester United legend Eric Cantona will receive the 2019 UEFA President's Award for his achievements both on and off the pitch during an illustrious career, the sport's European governing body announced today.
The Frenchman, who had the honour of winning both the final First Division title with Leeds United and the inaugural Premier League trophy with the Red Devils, has been recognised for putting "his heart and soul into supporting the causes he believes in".
The 53-year-old, who lifted 14 honours across a 14-year-career never short on drama, was described as a "man who refuses compromise" by UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin, who paid tribute in a statement.