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Gordon McQueen, Former Manchester United And Leeds United Player, Dies At 70

McQueen's death was announced Thursday via a statement from his family released by Man United. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2021.

Gordon McQueen, a defender who played for Manchester United, Leeds and Scotland's national team, has died. He was 70. (More Football News)

McQueen's death was announced Thursday via a statement from his family released by Man United.

McQueen was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2021.

바카라We hope that as-well as creating many great football memories he'll be remembered most for his character,바카라 his family said. "Our house was always full of friends, family & football just as it was in his last few months as he fought so bravely in what became a very cruel battle against dementia.

바카라The disease may have taken him too soon, but he definitely lived life to the full, the ultimate entertainer, the absolute heart and soul of every occasion, the most fun dad anyone could wish for.바카라

McQueen began his career at Scottish club St. Mirren and went on to play in England. He was Britain's most expensive player when he joined Man United for 495,000 pounds (now $626,000).

He won the English league title with Leeds and the FA Cup with Man United. He also made 30 international appearances for Scotland.

After his playing career, McQueen briefly managed Scottish team Airdrieonians and coached St. Mirren and Middlesbrough.

United said McQueen 바카라oozed command and charisma바카라 at the heart of its defense.

바카라Everyone at Manchester United is heartbroken by the loss of our beloved former defender, Gordon McQueen,바카라 the club wrote on Twitter. 바카라Our love and condolences are with his family at this terribly sad time.바카라

Leeds also said it was 바카라saddened바카라 to learn of his passing.

바카라Gordon was one of the best center backs I had the privilege of playing with,바카라 former Man United teammate Bryan Robson said. "He was a perfect fit for Manchester United with his flair, courage and big personality, and that's why the fans loved him.

바카라Most importantly, though, he was a brilliant person with a huge heart. He lit up any room he walked into, and that's how he should be remembered.바카라

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