The funeral service of thanksgiving for former Tranmere player and manager Johnny King will be held at 1pm today at St Peter's Church, Lower Heswall.

The club says any Tranmere supporters who wish to show their respects are welcome to attend.

The service will be followed by a private committal and wake for family and friends only.

The club will have a book of condolence available for supporters to sign at Prenton Park after the service.

The service is expected to be well attended and numbers are limited inside the church, though it is anticipated it will be relayed to those outside on a PA system.

The family are keen to see as many of Johnny’s former players and team mates as possible at the church.