Ryan Giggs is morning the death of his grandfather, Denis who pasted away on Wednesday, February, 3.
Dennis in his late 70s died after battling cancer for a long time.
His death was announced by a Manchester United supporters' club which he was a dedicated member of.
"It
is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis Giggs; a
true gentleman who was a great friend to all who knew him at the branch," their statement read.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. RIP Dennis."
Manchester
United assistant coach Ryan Giggs was not present for their mid-week
Premier League win over Stoke City as he rushed to be with Dennis.
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Rryan Giggs was missing when Manchester United beat Stoke City on Tuesday, February 2 (AP)
Giggs was given leave by United this week to tend to his grandfather, in his late 70s, along with the rest of the family.
The former forward shared a strong bond with his grandfather s he once revealed he played for Wales because of Dennis.
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