Mourners, including Eamonn Holmes, have arrived for the funeral of the legend Denis Law of Manchester United.
The last surviving member of the Holy Trinity of the Red Devils died on January 17 on January 8 after a fight with dementia.
The cortege of the former striker will leave the old Trafford Stadium of the club at 1.10 pm before finding his way to the Cathedral of Manchester for the funeral service.
TV -guest and United fan Holmes is one of those who have already arrived in the church.
The deeply driven family of the law said last month in a statement: “It is with a tough heart that we tell you that our Father Denis Law has unfortunately died. He has fought a tough battle, but in the end he is now in peace.
“We want to thank everyone who contributed to his welfare and care, past and much more recent.
“We know how many people supported and kept him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you.”
Ballon d'Or Winner Law started his career in Huddersfield Town, had two spells in Manchester City and played for Torino in Italy.
But it was in Old Trafford from 1962-73, where he scored his name 237 goals in 404 games.
He won two titles with United and the FA Cup and helped them to the European Cup final of 1968 where they defeated Benfica, although they missed the match due to an injury.
Sir Bobby Charlton, Law and George Best were integral because the Red Devils are the first English side to win the European Cup.
Man you said in a statement: “Everyone at Manchester United mourns for the loss of Denis Law, the king of the Stretford End, who died, aged 84 years.
“With 237 goals in 404 performances, he will always be celebrated as one of the largest and most beloved players in the club.
“The ultimate target scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation.
“Our deepest condolences go to the Van Denis family and many friends. His memory will live on forever.”
Best, Law and Charlton together scored 665 goals in 1,636 games for the club.
And each won the Ballon d'Or between 1964-68 with Cristiano Ronaldo in 2008 the only United player who did it since then.
Tribute to 'De Koning'
Huddersfield Town, where Denis started his career, tributed and said: “Everything in Huddersfield Town is deeply sad to learn from taking over from Denis Law.
“A legend of not only our big club, but also an immortal of the sport as a whole, he will be deeply missed and his memory cherished by us all.
“Our collective thoughts are currently with Denis's family and loved ones.
“Ever a terrier, always a terrier”.
The football legend scored 30 goals in 55 games for Scotland, with the team trying in a post on X with the text: “A True Great.
“We will no longer see his preferences.”
The United Trio of David Beckham, Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney belonged to figures from all over the world of football to show their respect at the Scot.
Becks wrote on his Instagram page: “Tonight we lost a real Lord of the game. Our heart goes out to the Van Denis family.
“Our hearts are heavy last night. A legend on the field but the perfect gentleman.”
United's top all-time goal scorer Wayne Rooney called the star a “legend” in his tribute.
Gary Neville, who brought his entire career to Man you, said: “Rest in Vrede Denis. A great football player and a great man.
“It is a privilege and an honor to have spent time in your company – the king of the Stretford.”
Denis' ex-sizing teammate Brian Kidd added: “He was small, with the heart of a lion.
“An incredible Finisher scored every type of goal.
“He said to me:” If you are ever wide, don't look up, put the cross in early. If I am not there, it's my fault. “He was usually there.
“Sir Matt [Busby] loved him. We all did that. He was the king of the Stretford. “
Former man Utd captain Bryan Robson wrote his own tribute and said: “We have lost one of the giants of football, both as a player and a gentleman.
“It's incredibly sad, he was more than just a fantastic football player, he was a fantastic man.”
His great friend George Best, who died in 2005, had once described the attacker as: “There with the great of all time. Electric.
“Like a guy and as a friend he is a different class.”
Bruno Fernandes, the United Captain, simply wrote “Legend” about his Instagram story.
United Legend, and now Leicester City manager, said Ruud van Nistelrooy on Instagram: “Rip Denis.”
Aberdeen, the Denis team supported, said: “One of the biggest players in Scotland ever, his estate will live on in the northeast.”
Manchester City, where Law spent two separate stints in his shimmering gaming career, posted: “The entire Manchester, including everyone in the city, mourns you.
'Rest in Peace, Denis. Our thoughts are with Denis' family and friends in this difficult time. “
Other clubs and fans have also paid a tribute on social media to the star after his death.
Leeds United posted on X and said: “The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are currently with Denis' family and friends.
“Rest in peace, Denis”.
Liverpool paid tribute and said: “Sending condolences of all of us at LFC.
“Denis was a rival player, but so much thought of it.
“As Bill Shankly once said,” Denis Law could dance on eggshells. “
“Our thoughts are with Denis' family and friends in this very sad time.”
Omroep Piers Morgan also gave his tribute to the football player and said: “Rip Denis Law, 84.
“Last remaining member of the Genius Holy Football Trinity of Best, Law, Charlton of Manchester United.
“Brilliant player, beautiful character.”
Countless people also expressed sorrow about the news of the death of the star, with many who praise him as one of the greatest players ever adorned the field in Old Trafford.
A user posted on X: “Very disturbing to hear about Denis Law & Condoleces to his family and friends.
“He was an excellent and stylish football player and beautiful, happy man.
“The king was a deserved nickname in the case of Denis.”
Another said: “RIP to the original King of Old Trafford – Denis Law.
“A deadly goal scorer who helped Manchester United put back on the map after the air disaster in Munich.
“Setting records that lasted decades and some that stay today.
“We all love King Denis X”.
Alzheimer's wrestings
In 2021, the goal scorer revealed that he suffered from Alzheimer's in an emotional explanation.
He said he had experienced anger, frustration, confusion and fear because of the condition.
There has been a lot of research and debate about how much head the ball led to Alzheimer's for a number of ex -players.
The law said: “I am at the point where I feel that I want to be open about my condition.
“I have been diagnosed with 'mixed dementia', which is more than one type of dementia, in my case this is Alzheimer's and vascular dementia.
“It is an incredibly challenging and problematic disease and I witnessed many friends who have experienced this.
“You hope it won't happen to you, even make jokes about it while you ignore the early signs because you don't want it to be true.
“You get angry, frustrated, confused and then worried, worried about your family, because they are those who have to do with it.
“However, the time has come to tackle this head, excuse the pun.
“I recognize how my brain deteriorates and how my memory avoids me if I don't want to and how this causes me in situations that are outside of my control.
“I understand what is happening and that is why I want to tackle my situation now while I am able, because I know that there will be days that I do not understand and that I hate the thought.”
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