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Sarah Clapson

Nottingham Forest's tribute as staff member loses coronavirus battle

Nottingham Forest have paid tribute to long-serving staff member Kevin Rowson, who has passed away after battling coronavirus.

Former and current Reds players have also expressed their condolences for the man who had been part of the club’s matchday security team for the past decade and was also known as Bamma.

Forest tweeted: “#NFFC are devastated to confirm that Kevin Rowson, part of the matchday security team for the past 10 years, has sadly passed away after a battle with coronavirus.

“We’ll miss you, Kev. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends at this difficult time.”

Reds midfielder Ryan Yates said: “Terrible news, such a friendly bloke. Rest well big man.”

Former Red Guy Moussi said: “We lost a true gentleman and a legend in my eyes by his kindness and humility.”

Dexter Blackstock added: “RIP!! Real nice man he was.”

And ex-Forest goalkeeper Dimitar Evtimov said: “Gutted. My thoughts are with his family.”

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