The Manchester City star and former Chirmsn of the Club, Francis Lee has died at the age of seventy nine
Lee made 330 appearances for City, scoring 148 goals.
He won one First Division title, one FA Cup, one League Cup, a European Cup Winners’ Cup and two Charity Shields during a glittering eight-year spell as a player – a legacy that ensures his position among Manchester City’s all-time greats is secure.
He would later return to City as club Chairman in 1994, spending four years at the helm.
Franny passed away in the early hours of this morning after a long battle with cancer.
His wife Gill and children Charlotte, Jonny and Nik say he will be sorely missed and would like to thank everyone for their kind words.
The club say as a mark of respect, flags around the Etihad Stadium and City Football Academy are flying at half-mast.
In a statement,the club said
It is with the deepest sadness and heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of former Manchester City player and Chairman Francis Lee.
Everyone at Manchester City would like to send their condolences to the friends and family of Francis at this very difficult time.
