Harley Pearce, the 21-year-old son of former England football captain Stuart Pearce, tragically died in a tractor crash on the A417 Old Birdlip Hill in Gloucestershire on October 16, after losing control of his tractor following a blowout.

Emergency services responded to the scene around 2:30 pm, and police are now investigating the incident, appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage to aid their inquiries.

Harley was remembered as a person with quiet strength and deep kindness, with his family expressing profound grief and describing him as a cherished son, devoted brother, and a 'golden boy' with an infectious smile.

His girlfriend Holly Watts paid a heartfelt tribute, expressing her love and pride, and describing Harley as her 'forever' love.

A football enthusiast, Harley once helped his father Stuart win a school Fantasy Football league by cleverly obtaining insider information from Sir Alex Ferguson.

Harley's father, Stuart Pearce, known as 'Psycho,' had a distinguished football career, earning 78 caps for England and playing over 400 matches for Nottingham Forest, and has managed teams including Manchester City and the UK Olympic team.

Harley's sister Chelsea is an accomplished equestrian who has competed at European Championships for Great Britain.

Harley's family highlighted his entrepreneurial spirit in farming, running Harley Pearce Agricultural Service along the Wiltshire and Gloucestershire border, and described him as a kind, hardworking, and joyful young man.

Stuart Pearce recently experienced a medical emergency during a flight from Las Vegas to London, which led to a diversion to Canada for treatment, amid ongoing health concerns.

Tributes from football clubs including Nottingham Forest, West Ham United, and Manchester City, along with public figures like Pep Guardiola, expressed their condolences, emphasizing the community's support and shock over Harley’s tragic death.