As a player, Venables made more than 500 appearances for Chelsea, Tottenham, Queens Park Rangers and Crystal Palace but made his real mark as a coach, also managing Palace and QPR.

“We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness,” a family statement read.

“We would ask that privacy be given at this incredibly sad time to allow us to mourn the loss of this lovely man whom we were so lucky to have had in our lives.”

In Spain Venables won the domestic title in 1984-1985, a time that earned him the nickname of El Tel, and he won the FA Cup with Spurs in 1991.

But it was his spell as England boss that saw his star rise, guiding the team to the semi-final of UEFA Euro 96 on home soil after a memorable 4-1 win over Netherlands, only to lose on penalties to Germany.

League Managers’ Association (LMA) chief executive Richard Bevan said: “The LMA is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of LMA member and former LMA president Terry Venables.

“Our thoughts are very much with Yvette and all of Terry’s family at this time.”

Current England boss Gareth Southgate, who missed the crucial penalty in the semi-final shootout against Germany, said in a statement to the media: “Any player will have great affinity with the manager that gave them their opportunity, but it was quickly evident playing for Terry Venables that he was an outstanding coach and manager.

“Tactically excellent, he had a wonderful manner, capable of handling everyone from the youngest player to the biggest star.

“He was open-minded, forward-thinking, enjoyed life to the full and created a brilliant environment with England that allowed his players to flourish and have one of the most memorable tournaments in England history.

“A brilliant man, who made people feel special, I’m very sad to hear of his passing and my thoughts are with Yvette and all of his family.”

Tottenham held a minute’s applause and players wore black armbands for the fixture at home to Aston Villa.

“We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Venables, our former player, manager and chief executive, who passed away on Saturday,” a club statement read.

“We extend our sincere condolences at this sad time to Terry’s wife, Yvette, his close family and friends.”

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou paid tribute to Venables ahead of its match with Villa.

Postecoglou highlighted the impact Venables made in Australia during his time in charge of the Socceroos between 1996 and 1998.

“If you are asking about a person who embodies everything this football club has always wanted to be, it is Terry,” Postecoglou said.

“It wasn’t just about the way he managed or coached, it was the person he was.

“He influenced Australia as well. He was the manager for the national team and almost got us to the World Cup, but the biggest testament is that anyone who I have ever come across that has worked with him will say he is by far the best coach, manager and tactician they have come across.”

Gary Lineker, whom Venables signed for Barcelona from Everton in 1986 and then brought to Tottenham in 1989 after he took the job at White Hart Lane, paid his own tribute.

“Devastated to hear that Terry Venables has died. The best, most innovative coach that I had the privilege and pleasure of playing for,” Lineker wrote on X.

“He was much more, though, than just a great manager, he was vibrant, he was charming, he was witty, he was a friend.

“He’ll be hugely missed. Sending love and condolences to Yvette and the family. RIP Terry.”

Former England striker Alan Shearer, who was the spearhead of Venables’s Euro 96 side, posted on X: “Extremely sad news the great Terry Venables has passed away. RIP Boss. I owe you so much. You were amazing.”

An England statement on X read: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Venables at the age of 80. Having won two senior caps as a player, Terry went onto manage the #ThreeLions between 1994 and 1996 – proudly leading us to the semi-finals of Euro 96.

“Our thoughts and condolences are with Terry’s family, friends and former clubs.”