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Former Man Utd defender diagnosed with vascular dementia

Gordon McQueen diagnosed with vascular dementia [photo courtesy]

Former Scotland defender Gordon McQueen has been diagnosed with vascular dementia, the 68-year-old's family said in a statement on Tuesday.

McQueen's family said the former Manchester United and Leeds United centre back was formally diagnosed in January and they sought to raise awareness among young players about the risks of persistent heading of the ball.

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