- Hunter was in hospital having tested positive for Covid-19
- Leeds legend was part of England’s World Cup-winning squad
Tributes from all over the football world are being paid to the former Leeds United and England defender Norman Hunter, whose death at the age of 76 was announced on Friday morning.
Hunter had been admitted to hospital on 10 April after testing positive for coronavirus, and although famed for his strength and determination in his playing days close friends were aware he had underlying health issues in retirement and might be at risk.
Written by Paul Wilson
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