FORMER Southend United forward Phil Chisnall has died at the age of 78.

The inside forward came through the Manchester United youth set-up, scoring 10 goals in 47 first-team appearances.

Phil joined Liverpool for £25,000 in April 1964 and remains the last player to move directly between the rival clubs.

He went on to join the Shrimpers in 1967 for what was then a club record fee of £14,000 and scored 32 goals in 161 games.

Southend said in a statement: "The thoughts of everyone at Southend United are with Phil’s family and friends at this sad and difficult time.

Manchester United and Liverpool have also paid tribute to Phil

United said: “We are saddened by the passing of our former forward, Phil Chisnall.

“Phil was a product of our famed youth system and represented the club during Sir Matt Busby’s tenure. Our deepest sympathies are with his loved ones.”

Liverpool said: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Phil Chisnall. The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with Phil’s family and friends at this sad and difficult time.”