We are very sad to report that Brian Mertens, a long-serving member of Cardiff City Supporters’ Trust, has passed away.
Brian was a board member of the Trust for many years, only recently stepping down from the role due to illness.
He was a familiar figure at the Cardiff City Stadium running the Trust office, near Gate 5, for many years. Brian also liaised with other football club trusts across the Wales and England and had represented the Trust at meetings with Cardiff City Football Club and at national supporter conferences.
Trust chair Keith Morgan said: “Brian was a stalwart of the Trust and believed passionately in the aims of the wider movement.
“Brian always had the interests of members at heart and was always ready to tell people about work of the Trust and encourage them to sign up. He was a true Bluebird and a season-ticket holder for many years, always supporting fervently his beloved Cardiff City. Sadly, Brian won’t be there supporting the team when they return to Premier League action in August.
“We will all miss him. The Trust wishes to offer our condolences to Brian’s family and friends at this very difficult time.”
Rest In Peace, Brian.