The creation of the Bobby Moore sculpture commissioned last year for the new Wembley Stadium has reached a key stage in its development.
The bronze statue will be unveiled later this year, 40 years after the triumphant World Cup win, and will stand in a prominent position at the front of the main stadium entrance overlooking Wembley Way.
Until then Wembley and the sculptor are keeping the image a secret so as not to spoil the surprise.
Stephanie Moore, Bobby Moore's widow, said: "Seeing the finished clay version of the sculpture was an extremely emotional experience for me . In fact, it made me cry when I first saw it.
"Philip has done an incredible job of capturing Bobby - both in terms of his qualities as a player and his physical appearance.
"I am delighted that Bobby's career is being recognised in such an appropriate way and in such a perfect place as Wembley - he belongs to football and to the fans.
"Bobby really felt at home at Wembley and had so many magical memories of the place - I know he would be speechless if he knew that there was such a tribute being created for him."
Jackson is the only artist to have been commissioned to create a public statue of Her Majesty the Queen, which stands in Windsor Great Park.
Jackson, was chosen from a shortlist of candidates in the summer and started work in September.
Bobby died of bowel cancer, aged 51, twelve years ago after an astonishing career.
He made 108 appearances for England, 642 appearances for West Ham and was Footballer of the year in 1964, Sports Personality of the Year in 1966 and was awarded the OBE in 1967.
Most of his memorabilia including his 1966 World Cup shirt and winner’s medal was bought by West Ham and a statue commemorates his contribution near the Upton Park ground (created by Philip Jackson). T
England captain, David Beckham, said: "Bobby Moore is a legend and will be forever linked with Wembley and the 1966 World Cup victory.
"His name brings back so many great memories and every year this statue will remind thousands of fans, young and old, of his massive contribution to football and to England. He is real hero of mine and a great example to every professional footballer."
Sir Trevor Brooking, The FA’s Director of Football Development, said: "Bobby’s contribution to football and history has sadly only been recognised after his premature death but this statue at such an appropriate place will not only be a monument to an astonishing footballer, but to a great man and an important footballing friend to me in my early days."
Fellow 1966 hero Sir Bobby Charlton added: "This is exactly what the footballing world wants to commemorate the life of Bobby Moore.
"He is a true soccer icon - Wembley and Bobby’s name should never be separated. They are both part of history and a remarkable sporting achievement."
World Cup hat-trick hero Sir Geoff Hurst said: "Bobby Moore was a great player, a great leader and a great friend. He was loved and respected by all who played with him and by all who watched him perform – I’m delighted that Wembley have decided to honour him in such a fitting way."