Stuart Pearce's son's girlfriend, Holly Watts, left a heartbreaking note at the scene of his tragic death.
On Monday, the world of football was shocked by the confirmation that England icon Pearce's son, Harley, had passed away at the age of just 21.
As per Gloucestershire Police, Harley died at the scene after being involved in a tragic road accident while driving a tractor near his family home in Wiltshire.
Harley's tractor reportedly suffered a tyre blow-out, causing him to veer off the road.
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Emergency services were called out at around 2:30pm on Thursday to a report of a collision involving a tractor on the A417 Old Birdlip Hill in Witcombe.
Before his death, Harley ran his own company - Harley Pearce Agricultural Service - and worked on a variety of farms across Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.
Harley was also in a relationship with Holly, and as per The Metro, she left an emotional note at the scene of the accident alongside tributes from family, friends and members of the public.
She wrote: "To my Hunny, the man I’ll love forever. I’m so proud of you, and of what we’ve become.
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"You know you have my heart, and I know I have yours. I’ll cherish us forever. Forever in your arms, forever in our heart. I love you! Love, Your Holly xxx."
Meanwhile, one of Pearce's former clubs, Nottingham Forest, also released a short statement.
They wrote on social media: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Harley Pearce.
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"The thoughts of everyone connected with Nottingham Forest are with Stuart and his family at this truly difficult time."
West Ham United said: "We are saddened to hear of Harley Pearce’s passing. Everyone at the club sends their deepest condolences to Stuart and his family at this tragic time."
During his career, Pearce made over 700 appearances for the likes of Forest, West Ham, Newcastle United and Manchester City. He also received 78 England caps, scoring five goals.
Topics: Football
Marcus Chan