Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham dies aged 35 | OneFootball

Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham has died aged 35.

The ex-England U21 international had been in hospital for more than a week after suffering a head injury in an “accidental fall” in a pub in Barry.

Amid widespread speculation across social media, his former club confirmed the news on Thursday afternoon.

“It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. We are heartbroken,” read an official statement.

“The news of Peter’s sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. Our love goes out to his wife Amanda, their young son and family.

“They are at the forefront of our thoughts and, on their behalf, we ask for their privacy to be respected at this unfathomably cruel and difficult time.

“First and foremost, Peter was a family man – and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality.

“Then, as a professional footballer – as a Bluebird – he excelled with talent, ease, grace and humility. Nobody did it better.

“The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him.

“We love you Pete and your memory will eternally stay with us.”

During his time at the club, Cardiff won the Championship in 2013 and reached two cup finals: the FA Cup in 2008 and the League Cup in 2012.

He retired from football in 2018 after a brief spell with Blackburn Rovers.