Former Real Madrid coach Leo Beenhakker has died aged 82.

Axar.az reports the "Royal club" has issued a statement following his death.

"Real Madrid C. F., its president and board of directors, are deeply saddened by the death of Leo Beenhakker, the legendary Real Madrid coach who led the Whites between 1986 and 1989, and in 1992.

Real Madrid would like to express their condolences and affection to his family, clubs, and loved ones.

During the four seasons that he managed Real Madrid, Leo Beenhakker won 3 LaLiga titles, 1 Copa del Rey, and 2 Spanish Super Cups.

Leo Beenhakker had a long career managing numerous clubs in Europe and Mexico, along with several national teams. With Ajax Amsterdam, he won 2 Dutch leagues, and with Feyenoord, 2 Dutch Leagues and 2 Dutch Super Cups. He managed the Netherlands, Trinidad and Tobago, Saudi Arabia, and Poland as a national coach.

Real Madrid extends its condolences to all Madridistas. May he rest in peace," the statement read.