Gordon McQueen was a no-nonsense lynchpin whose defensive pairing with Norman Hunter proved crucial as Revie's boys notched up a 29 match unbeaten run on the way to the First Division title in 1973/74. He also excelled at the back the following season as he helped Leeds United reach the 1975 European Cup Final against Bayern Munich in Paris. It was a game he was suspended for after being sent off in the semi-final against Barcelona. His six years with the Whites ended in controversy when he moved across the Pennines to arch rivals Manchester United for £500,000 in February 1978. READ MORE: Norman Hunter remembered - 12 career-defining moments of a Leeds United legend
7. Gordon McQueen in focus
New Leeds United manager Brian Clough and Gordon McQueen during a training session. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Gordon McQueen celebrates with goalscorer Allan Clarke against Luton Town at Elland Road in September 1974. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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Gordon McQueen in action against Manchester City during the FA Cup fifth round clash in February 1977. Leeds won 1-0. Photo: Varley Picture Agency
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