The banner includes one of Clough's famous quotes

A banner, which was part of a civic tribute after he died last year, is up for grabs on an auction web-site.

It was hung on Nottingham's Council House and proceeds will go to the Brian Clough Statue Fund.

It features a picture of Cloughie alongside his famous quote: "If God had wanted us to play football in the clouds, he'd have put grass up there."

The fund aims to raise �60,000 for a statue of the former Nottingham Forest and Derby County manager in Nottingham city centre.

'Cloughie history'

The banner was donated to the fund's committee by the city council, which supports and administers the fund.

Paul Ellis, committee chairman, said: "The outpouring of affection and admiration for Brian Clough after he died showed how he touched the lives of thousands of people around the world.

"Now fans have the chance to bid for a rare piece of Cloughie history."

The successful bidder will have the banner presented to them pitch-side at Nottingham Forest's City Ground before a home match, and will receive two tickets for the game.

The banner does not feature a club emblem.

Statue committee member Rich Fisher, said: "This banner is sure to be much sought-after by many football fans."