Kevin Campbell tributes show he was 'amazing character' - England boss Gareth Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate has paid tribute to former Everton and Nottingham Forest striker Kevin Campbell, who has died at the age of 49. Campbell, who also had spells with Arsenal, Trabzonspor, Leicester City, and West Bromwich Albion, was capped seven times by England between 1996 and 1998. Southgate, who was a teammate of Campbell's at Crystal Palace, described him as an "amazing character" and a "great lad". He said Campbell was "always smiling, always positive" and "a pleasure to be around". Southgate added that Campbell was a "fantastic footballer" and "a brilliant striker". He said Campbell's death was "a real shock" and that he would be "sorely missed" by everyone who knew him. The tributes to Campbell from his former teammates and managers have been pouring in since his death was announced on Monday. Many have spoken of his infectious personality and his ability to make people laugh. Campbell's former England teammate, David Beckham, said he was "a fantastic player and a great friend". Former Everton manager David Moyes said Campbell was "a brilliant striker, a good lad, and a great person". Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said Campbell was "a very good player" and "a good man". Campbell's death is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing those around us. He will be remembered as a talented footballer who brought joy to many people.

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"Kevin Campbell was a talented footballer who was also a great person. He will be remembered for his infectious personality, his ability to make people laugh, and his contributions to the game. His death is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing those around us."