Tributes paid to former Middlesbrough, Arsenal, West Brom and Blackburn goalkeeper Alan Miller, who has died aged 51

Miller made over 50 appearances for Boro between 1994 and 1997 and helped the club win promotion back to the Premier League in 1995.

During his 15-year playing career, Miller also enjoyed spells at West Brom, Arsenal and Blackburn.

The goalkeeper retired from the game in 2003 due to a back injury.

Former Boro midfielder Robbie Mustoe tweeted: “Awful news, my teammate Alan Miller passed away today. So very very sad. What a super human, a great fun-loving man. Brilliant GK for Boro & one of the big personalities in our dressing room. Thanks for years of great memories, a pleasure to have known you. RIP Al.”

Ex-Arsenal full-back Lee Dixon posted: “Devastated to hear the news that our team mate Alan Miller has passed away. He was one of life’s good guys. What a man. Heart of gold. RIP my friend.”

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