Kalvin Phillips’ grandmother Val Crosby passed away this morning, and the Leeds United star took to Twitter to post a heartfelt tribute to her.

I am heartbroken to say that my Grandma Val passed away this morning. I can’t put into words what you are to me and our family- the Queen of our hearts.

I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for you and I’m glad the world got to see how much you mean to me.

I love you ❤️ pic.twitter.com/ZnbgzH2fAO

— Kalvin Phillips (@Kalvinphillips) February 18, 2021

She played a huge role in the upbringing of the England international midfielder and made a cameo appearance in the Amazon documentary Take Us Home.

Granny Val, as she was fondly called, was also a huge Leeds supporter during her lifetime and the Elland Road outfit sent their best wishes when she took ill: