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European champions Real Madrid have written a compassionate letter to Aberdeen expressing their sympathy following the sudden death of Neale Cooper.

The Dons legend died on Monday after falling down stairs at a block of flats.

He was part of the Alex Ferguson side which stunned Real and world football to become European Cup Winners' Cup champions in 1983.

And the La Liga giants showed their class just days after being crowned champions of Europe again by sending a letter to Pittodrie chairman Stewart Milne.

The message, from Real PR chief Emilio Butragueño, read: "We are deeply shocked and saddened after hearing the news that Neale Cooper passed away yesterday.

"We are all very affected by this tragic loss and we want to be with you in these difficult moments.

"On behalf of our president, Florentino Perez, and all of us at Real Madrid FC please send our deepest condolences to Neale Cooper's family and friends.

"He will be in our prayers and thoughts."

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It's not the first time Real have shown their class through correspondence to a Scottish club.

Last December the Spanish side sent a letter of support to former Hibs striker Duncan Watmore as he faced a spell on the sidelines with cruciate damage.

It said: "Dear Duncan, On behalf of our president, Florentino Perez, and those who work for Real Madrid , we would like to wish you a smooth and speedy recovery from your knee injury."