Francois Van Der Elst (RIP)

I'm saddened to hear this, he was a great player to watch, pace to burn - I have memories of him scoring against Birmingham in a 5-0 drubbing at the Boleyn back in the day - Rest in Peace Frankie :(

i mean 62 its no age....rmbr him well R.I.P. Frankie

RIP Frankie another Hammer passed far too early.

sad to hear about his passing. r.i.p.

Very sad, saw him play back n the day, quality player. RIP

One of my favourite signings, only stayed at the hammers for a short time,wish we could have kept him,true class,such a shame to hear he has passed away

I recall his pen ultimate goal for us, a solo effort and great finish against Notts County at home. Dropping the shoulder again and again, changes of pace leaving opponents chasing shadows.
Not an all time great, but a terrific player to watch who has died far too young.
R.I.P. Francois Van der Elst.

May he rest in peace.

good and bad memories of FvdE, good being link up play with Sir Trev, bad when he and Robbie Rensenbrink tore us apart in the ECWC final... my first and only venture into Europe! P.S. Also thanks to Frank Lampard Senior and the alleged links with Belgian brewery Belle Vue :o)

God bless frankie X