Former Championship defender Chris Barker has sadly died at the age of 39. The sports management agency that represented the former left-back, World in Motion, announced Barker’s death on Thursday morning. “It is with great sadness that we learn of the untimely and tragic passing at the age of 39 of Chris Barker,” it tweeted. “Chris was a client throughout his outstanding playing career of over 500 League games for clubs including Barnsley, Cardiff City, Queens Park Rangers and Plymouth Argyle. “Moreover, Chris was a wonderful person, an absolute gentleman and a pleasure to work for.”Barker made 200 appearances in the Championship throughout his illustrious career.

Source: Express January 02, 2020 09:59 UTC