Gordon McQueen, former Scotland and Man Utd footballer, dies aged 70

The former Scotland defender Gordon McQueen has died aged 70 after suffering from dementia.

McQueen, whose 16-year playing career during the 1970s and 1980s included spells at St Mirren, Leeds United and Manchester United, had vascular dementia diagnosed in early 2021.

A statement issued on behalf of the McQueen family said: “It is with the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather. We hope that as well as creating many great football memories for club and his country, he will be remembered for the love, laughter and bravery that characterised his career and his family life — not least during his recent battles with ill health.”

Walking out for Scotland at Wembley in 1977, Gordon McQueen turned to