Tributes flood in from United icons following the passing of beloved staff member Kath Phipps

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Manchester United have today confirmed the passing of a real club legend, Kath Phipps, at the age of 85.

Kath worked at United for over 55 years, having joined after the first European Cup win in 1968, and was a fan since her childhood. She really had seen it all.

The icon remained a constant presence in each United chapter, brightening the days of the players and staff throughout.

One of the most beloved figures in and around Carrington – then, now and forever. May she rest easy.

Tributes flood in for Kath Phipps on social media

Take a look at how United’s current and former players have reacted to the heartbreaking news.

In loving memory of Kath Phipps: friend, confidant and treasured colleague.

United will never be the same. pic.twitter.com/CHJCIcohz2

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) December 5, 2024

🤍😔 we love you Kath. Thank you for showing everyday what this club is about and taking care of us ❤️ https://t.co/Co8iF10ozj

— Diogo Dalot (@DalotDiogo) December 5, 2024

Kath 💔

An absolute mainstay of Manchester United… Always welcomed me and everyone else who visited with a warm smile! Looked at life positively, incredibly selfless & would put others first! RIP pic.twitter.com/5rfRRWmC3C

— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) December 5, 2024

🚨📸 – Patrice Evra on IG. pic.twitter.com/hBoV7wQPaZ

— 𝗔𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗺’𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘀 ✍🏼🇵🇹 (@AmorimBalll_) December 5, 2024

A touching message from Lisandro Martínez ❤️ pic.twitter.com/3ojlMRRFY7

— UtdDistrict (@UtdDistrict) December 5, 2024

Scott McTominay on Instagram 😢❤️ pic.twitter.com/FKCwnz5RAl

— UtdDistrict (@UtdDistrict) December 5, 2024

Harry Maguire on Instagram ❤️ pic.twitter.com/XugROt8dLx

— UtdDistrict (@UtdDistrict) December 5, 2024

An amazing lady who always had a smile on her face ❤️ one of the United Family who will forever be missed ❤️ https://t.co/E8mYp5zh5k

— Ella Toone (@ellatoone99) December 5, 2024

Wayne Rooney on Instagram ❤️ pic.twitter.com/DJevb07dMw