Peter Lorimer: Leeds United legend and record goalscorer dies aged 74

Leeds United's all-time record goalscorer Peter Lorimer has died at the age of 74, after a long battle with illness.

Part of Don Revie's famous Leeds side of the 60s and 70s, 'Hotshot Lorimer' scored 238 goals for the Whites across two separate spells with the club. He also made 21 appearances for Scotland, and scored four goals for his country - including one against Zaire at the 1974 World Cup.

Leeds took to their official website to confirm the news of his passing, providing a lengthy statement in which they thanked Lorimer for everything he had done for the club - both during his playing days and during retirement - before offering their deepest condolences to his family.

"It is with great sadness, Leeds United has learned of the passing of club legend Peter Lorimer this morning at the age of 74 following a long-term illness," the statement read.

"Peter made a huge 705 appearances for the Whites over two spells and is the club’s record goal-scorer, having netted 238 times in all competitions.

"As well as helping Leeds to domestic success, he also played key roles in helping Leeds win the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in both 1968 and 1971, whilst lined up for Leeds in both the 1973 European Cup Winners’ Cup final and the 1975 European Cup final, in the latter which he controversially saw a goal ruled out.

"Following his retirement from playing, Peter became an ambassador for Leeds United and continued to attend matches up and down the country. Peter’s contribution to Leeds United will never be forgotten and his passing leaves another huge hole in the Leeds United family.

"He will always remain a club icon and his legacy at Elland Road will live on. Our thoughts are naturally with Peter’s wife Sue and the rest of his family at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Peter."

Tributes have begun to pour in on social media for Lorimer, with current Leeds stars Liam Cooper and Stuart Dallas among the first to offer their condolences.