Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, his former club Newcastle United said on Monday. "We are devastated to learn of the passing of Kevin Keegan, one of the most iconic, influential and deeply loved figures in our club’s history," Premier League Newcastle said in a statement. "As a player, he brought world-class talent, ambition and belief to St. James’ Park, helping to transform perceptions of what Newcastle United could be. A LASTING LEGACYA statement from Keegan's family, quoted by British media, said on Monday: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. England Football wrote on X: "We are incredibly saddened by the news that Kevin Keegan OBE has passed away," while former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer wrote: "My Hero.