Barry Lloyd, former manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, has sadly passed away. The club announced his passing on social media, expressing condolences to his family and friends. Lloyd is remembered for guiding Brighton to promotion from the third tier and a play-off final appearance during his tenure.
He took the Seagulls to promotion from the third tier and a shock appearance in the second tier play-off final during his tenure.
He is also credited with planting the seeds of a youth policy which would begin to bear fruit during his reign.Brighton's statement on X read: "We extend our sincere condolences to Barry's family and friends at this saddest of times. "The players will wear black armbands today against Chelsea and there will be a tribute next weekend against Spurs."He enjoyed far more success for the Cottagers, scoring 29 goals in eight years, with three of them as captain.Enzo Maresca opens door for £200,000-a-week Chelsea outcast to return to fold and says 'we all make mistakes'to promotion from the Fourth Division, before a move into management with Southern League outfit Yeovil Town in August 1978.
"His contribution to lower-league football, particularly at Yeovil, is remembered fondly by supporters and colleagues alike."CARROLL STINGER
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