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Aston Villa star Jonathan Kodjia has paid tribute to the late Graham Taylor after he tragically passed away today.

The Birmingham Mail received news of the former Villa manager's passing earlier and the tributes have been flowing in.

Taylor managed Villa in two separate spells, once in the late 80s before taking up the position again in 2002 for a brief spell.

Villa fans will remember Taylor most fondly for returning them to the top flight after their relegation in 1987 before guiding them to a second place finish in the top flight in 1990.

Kodjia, who is preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast, took time out to post the following on his Twitter account.

He wrote: "Sorry to hear Mr Graham Taylor has passed away. Not met him but am aware of the great things he did for Villa & football in general. RIP Sir."