Peter Lorimer, the all-time record goalscorer of English Premier League club, Leeds United, has passed away, aged 74.
Leeds United announced Lorimer’s death in a tweet sighted by African Entertainment on Saturday, March 20, 2021
‘? From youngest debutant at 15 to winning 7 major trophies with #LUFC, we look back at Peter’s career”, Leeds United tweeted.
? From youngest debutant at 15 to winning 7 major trophies with #LUFC, we look back at Peter’s career
— Leeds United (@LUFC) March 20, 2021
“with great sadness” Lorimer had died on Saturday morning “following a long-term illness”, Leeds United said.
In its statement, the club announced that “Peter’s contribution to Leeds United will never be forgotten and his passing leaves another huge hole in the Leeds United family.”
According to Leeds United, “He will always remain a club icon and his legacy at Elland Road will live on.”
Who was Peter Lorimer?
Lorimer was a former Scotland international. He netted 238 goals in 705 games played for Leeds United over a period of 23 years.
Under the guidance of legendary coach Don Review, Lorimer won two Premier League titles, FA Cup and League Cup with Leeds United.
Lorimer featured in all three of Scotland’s games at the 1974 FIFA World Cup. He scored against Zaire during that World Cup and won 21 caps for Scotland.
The Scottish Football Association has paid glowing tribute to Lorimer, noting in a statement that it was “deeply saddened” at the news of Lorimer’s death.
Lorimer was an attacking midfielder. He was a key member of coach Revie’s side that became a dominant force in English football, winning the League Cup in 1968, the First Division in 1969 and 1974, the Charity Shield in 1969 and the FA Cup in 1972.
Lorimer departed Leeds in 1979 and later played for Toronto Blizzard, Vancouver Whitecaps and York City.
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