AN EMOTIONAL Steven Gerrard has paid tribute to legendary Rangers boss Walter Smith following his sad passing.
The Ibrox club confirmed his death this morning and tributes from across the footballing world have been flooding in.
Rangers held a minute's silence at training today and they also cancelled today's press conference ahead of Aberdeen tomorrow.
Gerrard conducted an interview with Rangers TV and he hailed Smith as a true legend of the game.
Steven Gerrard speaks on the loss of our former manager, chairman and club legend, Walter Smith. pic.twitter.com/zKY7wwTf6F
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He said: “It is still obviously very raw. It is a very sad day for everyone at the club.
“Walter was an incredible leader, a very successful manager here at Rangers. He epitomised everything that this club stands for.
“His DNA is all over the club and it is very sad news.
“He has been right behind me since day one. I have had many lunches, dinners, coffees, chats and private times with him in my office.
“He is going to be a very big loss to a lot of people. He is decorated all over the club and he will be forever because he gave many many years to the football club.
“He loved the club, he was honest and genuine. He has made me a better person.”
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