Willie Bell dead aged 85: Leeds United legend passes away after brief illness having played over 200 games for club

LEEDS legend Willie Bell has died at the age of 85.

After a brief illness, the former defender passed away at his home yesterday, surrounded by his family.

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The Scot played 260 times for the Yorkshire side between the years 1960 and 1967.

A statement from Leeds read: “Our thoughts are with Willie’s widow Pat, his three children, Bill, Andrew and Caroline, and his seven grandchildren, along with his friends at this difficult time.”

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