Leyton Orient players pay tribute to Justin Edinburgh following death

It was confirmed earlier this evening that the O's head coach had died after suffering from a cardiac arrest on Monday.

The wider footballing community have been paying their respects to Edinburgh, but a number of Orient players have also taken to social media to share words about the boss.

Absolutely heartbroken. You was genuinely more than a gaffer to me and I’ll be forever grateful for what you’ve done for me. Rest in peace Justin 💔 pic.twitter.com/dNqv5EHKfd

— Craig Clay (@CraigClay5) 8 June 2019

Totally and utterly devastated 💔 You were so much more than a manager to me. Just doesn’t feel real coming so soon after sharing some of my happiest moments with you. My thoughts, love and prayers go to the family at this truly terrible time. R.I.P Justin 😢🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/TcsGxgxq93

— Jobi McAnuff (@jobimcanuff7) 8 June 2019

There are no words to describe the loss of our gaffer, our leader & inspiration. First & foremost, my deepest condolences to Justin's family. He brought us all together - we're eternally grateful for everything you've done. #LOFC

— Macauley Bonne (@MBonne9) June 8, 2019

A wonderful man, who had a positive impact on everyone he met no matter how much time you’d spent with him! Never be forgotten! Thank you for everything ❤️ https://t.co/AODxwEJ7dH

— James Brophy (@james_brophy94) June 8, 2019

Devastated. 💔

— Dean Brill (@BrillDean) June 8, 2019

Such sad news .. its more than football . Make u realise life is precious and is about making memories , leaving legacy and impacting other people lives . From people i know hes done all of them . But it doesnt make it any easier .thoughts with his family. Rip justin edinburgh

— baudry (@mathbaudry5) June 8, 2019

Heart broken right now. Devastated. Gaffer you made me fall back in love with the game. And to be a champion with you will stay with me forever. Rest well up there. ❤️💔 pic.twitter.com/UCSjmflkOI

— Josh Coulson (@joshcoulson04) June 8, 2019

Devastated and lost for words at the loss of this great man, it was an honour to play for him. Truly an amazing and inspirational person in all aspects. Thinking of Kerri and his family. pic.twitter.com/dlG2iJaCw2

— Jamie Turley (@JamieTurley5) June 8, 2019

I can’t believe what I am hearing! This is such heart breaking news, I can’t thank the gaffer enough for what he has done for me, my thoughts are with the Edinburgh family 😓💔 pic.twitter.com/DdygiKSTw9

— myles judd (@mylesjudd99) June 8, 2019

Absolutely heartbroken on the news with gaffer💔 my love goes out to all of his loved ones❤️ Can’t thank you you enough for everything you have done for me, it’s been a pleasure. To a great man&manager..RIP❤️😪

— Danny Happe (@dannyhappe) June 8, 2019

I feel numb, Justin Edinburgh will always be remembered as a @leytonorientfc legend, thoughts are with all his family and the club at this very sad time, RIP 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/ts0VKuGdeS

— Dean Cox (@dean_7cox) June 8, 2019

My heart is completely broken! Amazing man with an amazing family. All the love I can give goes to them at this heartbreaking time! Thanks for everything Gaffer x https://t.co/8PN0lJ7nII

— Charlie Lee (@charlielee06) June 8, 2019

Gutted and heartbroken are my only words...my thoughts are with @Charliedinburgh and the family! Can’t thank the gaffa enough what he’s done for me in such a short space of time! RIP💔 pic.twitter.com/udusyxeGGX

— JMD (@JMD97_) June 8, 2019

Thank you for everything gaffer. I will always remember you and what you did for the club💔 My thoughts are with Justin’s family🙏 pic.twitter.com/Fu4sexvmpC

— Hector Kyprianou (@hectorkyp) June 8, 2019

It is so sad to loss someone who was a fantastic man, great character and wonderful leader. It is never fair to loss someone so talented and so young. Our thoughts are with Justin’s family. You will be missed and always remembered. Thank you for everything you did.

— Dave Travis (@DaveTravis_LOFC) June 8, 2019