Trevor Francis’ sons excluded from will after becoming estranged from the footballer
Trevor Francis, who passed away at his home in Marbella in 2023, reportedly excluded his sons from his £1.9 million will due to “family differences.” The football legend, known for being the first English player to command a £1 million transfer fee, left his fortune to his brother Ian and sister Carolyn. His will, written in 2019, explicitly stated the exclusion of his children as beneficiaries, citing their estrangement and lack of financial dependence.
Despite the omission of his sons from his will, they still attended Francis’ funeral in July 2023 in Marbella, joining friends and former teammates, including Graeme Souness. Francis’ decorated football career saw him lift two European cups with Nottingham Forest and earn over 50 caps for England, scoring 12 goals for the national team. His former colleagues, such as Gary Lineker, expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to his skill and character on social media following his passing.
The text mentions a will penned in 2009 that also referenced ‘family differences,’ suggesting a longstanding issue within the family. The outpouring of condolences from former teammates like Peter Shilton and Chris Waddle highlights the impact Francis had both on and off the field.
