Former Man City Captain and Manager Tony Book Don Die at 90

January 14, 2025

Tony Book, wey be former Manchester City captain and manager, don die at the age of 90, the club announce on Tuesday.

Book, wey play as right-back, lead Man City win four big trophies, including the English top league title and European Cup Winners’ Cup, for the late 1960s and early 1970s. As manager, e still help dem win the League Cup for 1976.

Man City chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak, hail Book say e contribute well well for the club for almost 60 years. E talk say Book no only be great player, captain, and manager, but e also humble and show plenty love for the club. Book still serve as honorary president and life president for the official supporters club.