Chelsea legend Gianluca Vialli has died at the age of 58 after a battle with pancreatic cancer
Vialli was first diagnosed with cancer in 2017 and then again in 2021, shortly after Italy won Euro 2020.
He scored 40 goals in 88 appearances for the West London club between 1996 and 1999 before managing them. Before moving to Chelsea, Vialli played for for Cremonese, Sampdoria and Juventus in his home country. His family said in a statement: "We thank the many who have supported him over the years with their affection. The memory of him and his example will live forever in our hearts."Rest in peace, Gianluca Vialli. 💙
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