Coventry 87′ boss John Sillett made Life President

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FA Cup winning Coventry City manager John Sillett has been made a Life President.



Sillett along with George Curtis guided the Sky Blues to a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the 1987 FA Cup Final at Wembley.

Sillett actually joined Coventry in 1962 as a player before returning to coach the side in the 1980s.

Following the side FA Cup triumph Sillett was given the job as manager and he still lives in Warwickshire.

He joins Joe Elliott as a Life President – although Coventry City have confirmed he will remain suspended from direct duties as he is continuing to help Vice Chairman Gary Hoffman put together a bid to take the club over.

Sky Blues chairman Ken Dulieu, said: “John is a larger than life character who is loved by City fans of all ages and we felt it was wholly appropriate that his contribution should be recognised.

“Not only are we soon to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1987 FA Cup triumph, but John first signed for the club in 1962, starting a very long and happy association with Coventry City.

“It was great to see John and George at the unveiling of the Jimmy Hill statue and they were rightly given a great reception by supporters.

“We are delighted to make the association formal once again and look forward to John being a very regular figure at the Ricoh Arena.”

Sillett said: “Everyone knows that Coventry City has a huge place in my heart. I was Jimmy Hill’s first signing at a time when the Sky Blues were blazing a trail up the leagues.

“The whole city was alive with everything Sky Blue and it was a tremendous period.

“That was enough to seal my affection with the club, but then to come back and help guide the side to its greatest day was quite fantastic. I am sure everyone in the city will remember that time forever.

“I always lived locally and have maintained links with the club, and I am very flattered that it has been made formal.

“I know that times have been tough for Coventry City supporters, but I am also aware of how the club is trying to strengthen its links with its past and the local community.”