FORMER Newcastle star Tommy Cassidy has died aged 73 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
The Magpies have paid tribute to their former midfielder, who played 239 times for them between 1970 and 1980.
AlamyTommy Cassidy played more than 200 times for Newcastle[/caption] AlamyCassidy helped the Toon reach two cup finals during the 1970s[/caption]In an official statement, the Toon reeled off several of Cassidy’s considerable achievements from his days wearing black and white.