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Gregor MacGregor

'The General!' - Bristol City fans and players have their say on departing, adored Korey Smith

The plaudits rolled in for Korey Smith on Sunday as both the club and midfielder confirmed that he will depart the Robins this summer.

Smith took to Instagram to explain that 'The last six years have been amazing...' as he went on to say that the Robins were not able to offer him a new deal and that he would be moving on.

Pre-season training starts in BS3 on Monday but Smith will not be there for the first time since 2014.

And plenty of fans were quick to give their regards to one of City's most consistent and best players over the last few years.

But not just supporters, as players past and present also joined in the applause for the former Norwich City, Oldham Athletic and Yeovil Town player.

Here's just a selection of the best comments from Instagram and Twitter...

Ian Pople - "I can't believe that City are not going to give you a new contract, got that wrong City!!!! Korey you are a great player and a really good bloke. You have a lovely family, and I and all City supporters wish you all the very best for your future. I have never heard any supporter criticise you at any time, and there is not many players you can say that about."

Marlon Pack - "End of an Era ❤ will always cherish those memories man"

Coooombsy - "Good luck skipper! Not how you’d have chosen to leave I’m sure but you can be safe in the knowledge you’ll always be a Bristol City icon. The freedom of Bristol will always be your’s. All the best"

J Haile - "All the best in future bro‼ Always a red!"

Colesey - "Judging by all these comments and messages Korey you will be truly missed ❤ Your not only a Bristol legend but you are one of the most fantastic humans I have ever known☺️Onwards and upwards mate just as you have shown through your unfortunate injuries. The club will miss you that’s for sure"

alex bcfc - "legend"

lou a_j - "Legend forever"

Leah - "Heartbroken"

Nahki Wells - "The General"

Matty Taylor - "One of the finest"

Famara Diedhiou - "This guy"

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