Mark Hughes ‘totally heartbroken’ after death of son Alex, 38
Wales legend Mark Hughes has said he is “completely heartbroken” after the death of his son Alex, 38.
Alex Hughes had stints at Stockport County and Wrexham before ending his playing career to work in player analysis and recruitment.
He had stints at Blackburn, Manchester City and Fulham, managed by his father, before leading a private academy in Portugal.
He later became a player manager and worked at non-league clubs AFC Fylde and Morecambe in recent years before becoming player recruitment leader at League Two club Grimsby Town last July.
Former Manchester United, Chelsea and Wales striker Hughes paid tribute to his son in a statement released through the League Managers’ Association.
The 62-year-old, who managed Wales between 1999 and 2004, said: “Jill and I are completely heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected loss of our beloved son Alex.”
“Alex was a wonderful son, brother to Curtis and Xenna, and devoted husband and father to Jessica and their two beautiful children, Sebastian and Leonardo.
“Alex had many good friends and colleagues. We will all miss him greatly.”
A. Grimsby declaration, external read: “Everyone at Grimsby Town Football Club is devastated to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of our recruitment lead, Alex Hughes.”
“Rest in peace Alex. Once a sailor, always a sailor.”
