Everyone connected to Manchester United is deeply saddened to hear that our former defender Gordon McQueen has passed away.
McQueen, who was adored by fans during his time with United between 1978 and 1985, has died at the age of 70.
Former Leeds, Manchester United and Scotland defender Gordon McQueen has died aged 70. pic.twitter.com/U7MmfjtWcT
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) June 15, 2023
The former Scotland international joined the Reds from Leeds United and won the FA Cup in 1983, beating Brighton in a replay at Wembley.
With 229 appearances in a United shirt, McQueen recorded an impressive 26 goals from centre-back.
He was a giant of a man, stood at 6ft 4ins, and he was pacy as well as capable with the ball at his feet.
After forming a formidable partnership in defence with Martin Buchan, United fans were gifted one of the best centre-back pairings in the club’s history.
A statement issued by the McQueen family reads (via ManUtd.com): “It is with the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of Gordon McQueen, 70, who died at home in the early morning today, leaving behind his wife Yvonne, daughters Hayley and Anna, son Eddie and his beloved grandchildren Rudi, Etta and Ayla.
“We hope that, as well as creating many great football memories, he’ll be remembered most for his character. Our house was always full of friends, family and football, just as it was in his last few months as he fought so bravely in what became a very cruel battle against dementia.
“The 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.
“Huge thanks go to the wonderful staff at Herriot Hospice Homecare for their outstanding care, the utterly incredible Marie Curie team, who were there at the end with Gordon’s wife and daughters, and Head for Change, for the emotional support and respite care.
“Also to our wonderful friends and family, who rallied around at the worst of times, going above and beyond. For that, we are so very grateful.”
Gordon McQueen. 1952-2023. An Ayrshire steel worker before he turned pro, he served St Mirren, Leeds United and Manchester United with distinction. Middlesbrough and Airdrie too. Proud Scot, a social convenor, always the quickest to the punch line. What a character. Rest in Peace pic.twitter.com/JtfJBC7AoH
— Andy Mitten (@AndyMitten) June 15, 2023
McQueen became Britain’s most expensive footballer when he joined United from Leeds for £495,00 in February 1978.
Everyone at Stretty News would like to send our condolences to the McQueen family.
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