Darren Moore: West Brom will support Harvey Barnes
Boss Darren Moore says Albion will do everything they can to support Harvey Barnes – as well as Leicester Football Club in general – following the death of owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha.
The Thai businessman together with two members of his staff, a pilot and a passenger were all killed in a helicopter crash last weekend that has rocked the world of sport.
Following the tragic incident, Barnes – who is on loan from Leicester – tweeted an emotional message in honour of Srivaddhanaprabha.
And Moore confirmed he had a one-on-one chat with the attacking midfielder this week to make sure he was coping OK.
“We’ve had a chat, myself and Harvey, about the situation,” Moore said.
“And he knows my door’s always open if he wants to talk.
“The staff, we have a close bond here so it’s not just me he can speak to. The players and the support staff.
“We are supporting Harvey in this, but he seems fine.
“And we’ll cooperate with Leicester with whatever they need with regards to Harvey.
“Anything we can do to help Leicester in this tragic situation we’ll do our best.”
Moore described Srivaddhanaprabha as a man who has allowed every football fan to dream
“What happened has touched the whole world, not just the world of football,” he continued.
“We’ve seen the fabulous tributes to what a special man he was and what he’s brought to Leicester Football Club as a whole.
“With Leicester winning the Premier League, it’s been absolutely fantastic.
“When we went out to Hong Kong last year for the Premier League Asia Trophy, the response they got was incredible in terms of that success.
“He played a huge part in that. He allowed people to dream, but dream big. That will forever live long for Leicester City, but also the whole footballing world. Our thoughts, minds and hearts go out to the family.”
