Blues Legend Trevor Francis Leaves £1.9m Fortune in Will, Estranged Sons Excluded

The late Blues legend Trevor Francis, who left behind a fortune of £1.9m in his will, has sparked controversy by excluding his two estranged sons, James and Matthew, from inheriting any part of his substantial estate. The former England forward, who passed away last July at the age of 69, made it clear in his will that his siblings, Ian and Carolyn, are to be the sole beneficiaries of his wealth.

Details of the family rift came to light after the will was made public, revealing Francis’ decision to exclude his sons due to ongoing family differences. His spouse, Helen, who tragically passed away two years prior, was also not included in the will. Francis, who played for and managed Birmingham City, explicitly stated his desire to leave nothing to his offspring, as they were not financially dependent on him.

The legal papers show that Francis’ UK assets will be split evenly between his brother Ian and sister Carolyn, both residents of Plymouth. His property in Spain, including an apartment near Marbella, will be dealt with separately. The former footballer’s son James made headlines in 2013 when he was accused of burgling the home of ex Aston Villa midfielder Lee Hendrie in Warwickshire, although he was acquitted of the charge.

Francis, known for his illustrious playing career that included winning two European Cups at Nottingham Forest and representing England 52 times, spoke candidly in his autobiography about the challenges he faced after losing his wife. He described the deep love he had for Helen and the difficulty of living without her, admitting that every day is a struggle.

The news of Francis’ will has sparked debate and raised questions about family relationships and inheritance. Despite his success on the football field, it seems that his personal life was not without its challenges and complexities.