Josh Vickers: Who is the former Arsenal keeper mourning the death of his wife?

Derby County goalkeeper Josh Vickers confirmed the passing of his wife Laura after a years-long cancer battle last weekend.

The 27-year-old, who started his career with Arsenal, married Laura at an intimate ceremony at Holmewood Hall in Cambridge on June 1.

A heartbreaking video emerged of Josh and Laura Vickers' wedding - which showed the couple celebrating their big day with friends and family.

The club paid tribute to Vickers on X, sharing a squad photo following their win over Carlisle United at the weekend, captioning it: 'For Josh'.

Mail Sport breaks down everything you need to know about Josh Vickers.

Born on December 1, 1995, Vickers began his career at Arsenal's Academy in 2010.

He would get his first taste of regular football when he was sent on loan to Isthmian League side Canvey Island in 2013.

After making 30 appearances in the league, Vickers returned to the Emirates and would sign a professional contract with the club.

In November 2014, Vickers would sign for Concord Rangers on an initial one-month loan. However, it was then extended to the end of the 2014-15 season.

The 27-year-old left Arsenal on a permanent deal in the summer of 2015 to join Swansea City. After struggling to break into the side in his first season, Vickers was then loaned to Barnet ahead of the 2016-17 campaign.

Vickers made his EFL debut on 6 August 2016 -  a 1-1 draw against Cambridge United.

That season, he would go on to make 26 appearances for the League Two side.

He was then released by Swansea in 2017 and would sign for Lincoln City, where he went on to make over 70 appearances for the club.

In 2020, Vickers signed for Rotherham United and would spend three years at the club before signing for his current club Derby this summer.

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