Former Everton star Alex Iwobi shares screenshot of the caring messages he used to get from Bill Kenwright stating how 'proud' he was of the midfielder... as he shares very personal heartfelt tribute

He shared a heartfelt tribute to Kenwright and thanked him for his support Former Toffee Alex Iwobi made 140 appearances for the club from 2019 to 2023 Alex Iwobi has paid a heartfelt tribute to Bill Kenwright after the Everton chairman passed away. Alex Iwobi paid a heartfelt tribute to Bill Kenwright after the Everton chairman passed away He shared a photo of Kenwright on social media and revealed a text conversation they had Sharing a photo of Kenwright on social media, Iwobi said: 'RIP to a hero. The Everton chief had messaged Iwobi on May 14 2022 which was during the club's ultimately successful battle against relegation under Frank Lampard, with the Toffees facing Brentford in a crunch clash on May 15. Iwobi played 140 times for Everton and insisted he would 'forever be grateful' to Kenwright Kenwright had said he was 'so proud' of Iwobi during their battle against relegation in 2021-22 Again, Kenwright had messaged Iwobi and said: 'It's time to tell you again Alex.