Bert Trautmann - R.I.P

[bluemike]

RIP Bert.
Never to be forgotten.

 

[scall11]

I'm still getting emotional about this. I knew this day would come, but the huge sense of sadness is overwhelming.

We've lost great players and managers in the past, but I felt such a connection with Bert. Having met him several times and going to his sons house to explain to him how much of a legend Bert was, it's still a shock.

It's not just that he was such a great player, he was such a fantastic human being that it's so sad that people like him have to go.

(There's a book of condolence at the National Football Museum, and you can also see Bert's neckbrace and a lock of his hair he gave to his nurse as a thank you for looking after him.)

 

[r.soleofsalford]

never saw Bert play but my dad did and he thought bert and frank swift were the best keepers there were.

god bless you bert you will never be forgotten

 

[Eastlands]

The Mighty goalkeeper legend Bert Trautman. He was the main reason for me supporting Manchester City in the early fifties and will forever be my hero

Rest in Peace Bert

 

[dronefromsector7g]

Sad news. RIP big fella.

 

[jollylescott]

What wonderful tributes to a great man. He lived his life with grace, courage and humility.

A life well lived. RIP Bert.

 

[cujocane]

What wonderful tributes to a great man. He lived his life with grace, courage and humility.

A life well lived. RIP Bert.

Well said!!!

 

[TFC]

Rest in peace big man.

 

[Mancini's scarf]

R.I.P. Bert

 

[dachoosen1]

R.I.P Bert club legend and a gentleman.