Marcos Alonso Pena, the dad to Barcelona defender, Marcos Alonso has tragically passed away aged 63.
According to Spanish media, Pena passed away following a “long illness and the cause of his tragic passing is currently unknown.”
Tributes from around the footballing world poured in for the Spaniard – affectionately known as ‘The Pigeon’ – after news of his passing.
Barcelona, who Pena played for, also tweeted: “FC Barcelona would like to express its deepest condolences for the passing of former Barça player and father of a first-team player, Marcos Alonso Peña.
“All of our strength to Marcos Alonso and his entire family. Rest in peace.”
Pena started his career with Racing Santander in the late 70s before moving toAtletico Madrid.
He then joined Barcelona, where he went on to play 124 matches and score 28 goals over five years.
The Spanish winger then returned to Atletico and Santander later in his career, before retiring in 1991.