Liam Brady was a midfielder of rare craft, an Irishman whose cultured left foot made him one of the most admired playmakers of his time. At Arsenal he was the creative heart of the side, before a move to Italy underlined his class.
In Serie A he thrived at Juventus, contributing to consecutive league titles in one of the toughest environments in football. A mainstay of the Republic of Ireland, he combined vision with elegance throughout a distinguished career.