Tributes pour in for ‘special’ former Red Devils player Peter Glynn who has died aged 71

Former Red Devils player and rugby league icon, Peter Glynn, has died at the age of 71.

In a statement released by the club, the Red Devils said they were ‘saddened’ by the news, stating: “All our thoughts are with Peter’s family and friends at this difficult time”.

We were saddened to hear about the recent passing of former player, Peter Glynn.

All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

— Salford Red Devils 👹 (@SalfordDevils) January 29, 2024

After joining the club in 1983, Glynn made a total of 144 appearances for the Salford team, scoring 24 tries during his six-year period with the Devils before his departure in 1989.

Former Saints team mate, Eddie Cunningham, shared his condolences on X (formerly Twitter), stating:

“So sad to hear the news this morning, former team mate and friend Peter Glynn has passed away, many memories of Peter as a player and close friend, love to all of his family and friends, RIP my mate, you were special”.

Compere and comedian Pete Emmett tweeted: “Peter was such a nice man and came to the stadium as our lounge guest on many occasions. He was a very humble man and had a great career. Will be sadly missed.”

Lawrence Jones added: “Peter Glynn a classy man, a classy player.”

Rugby League journalist Phil Kinsella tweeted: “…[W]hat a classy player he was, great footwork & one of those guys whose support play was brilliant”.

Known for his classy playing style, Glynn was a versatile player known to play in a wide range of positions from centre to winger or fullback.

Over his career, Glynn earnt two caps for England with his international appearances against Wales and France in 1979.

Before his time at Salford, the Lancastrian had a successful career at St Helens R.F.C from 1975 to 1983, with 144 tries in 258 appearances for the club.

He made his professional debut for the Saints in 1975, scoring a try against Oldham to secure a win in the Lancashire Cup.

Glynn was also crucial in the Saints’ Challenge Cup Final victory in 1976 at Wembley Stadium, scoring two tries after replacing team mate Billy Benyon.

The news of the former Red Devils player came following an announcement from his family on Saturday 27th January.