Cowans spent the majority of his playing and coaching career at Villa Park and was part of the Villans side that won the 1982 European Cup.
Aston Villa former player and coach Gordon Cowans has today announced that he will be leaving the club after 18 years as coach.
Cowans had three spells at Villa during his playing career, helping the side win four major trophies, including the 1982 European Cup.
The 57-year-old ex-midfielder spent a total of 33 years at the West Midlands club who were relegated from the Premier League for the first time last season.
As one of the Villans’ most iconic players, Cowans’ departure will no doubt leave a big gap in the club’s backroom staff as they look to make an immediate return to the Premier League.
Even after his physical departure, Cowans will always remain part of Aston Villa and will go down in history as one of the club’s greatest servants.
Unsurprisingly, the Villa legend’s decision to leave has prompted a heartwarming reaction from Villa fans on social media.
Here is what fans said:
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