Snarling and relentless Lee Bowyer was talented, energetic, gutsy, whole-hearted and technically gifted - all qualities which helped make him a fans' favourite during his seven years with the Whites. Bowyer was signed for £2.8 million in 1996 - at the time a record for a British teenager - and would go on to make 265 appearances for Leeds United in all competitions, scoring 55 goals. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time
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Lee Bowyer scoring against Partizan Belgrade during the UEFA Cup first round, first leg clash at the Abe Lenstra Stadium in Heerenveen, Holland. Leeds went on to win 3-1. Photo: Getty
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Lee Bowyer argues with Newcastle United's Nolberto Solano during the FA Carling Premiership clash at Elland Road in September 1999. Photo: Getty
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Lee Bowyer scores against Lokomotiv Moscow during the UEFA Cup second round first leg match at Elland Road in October 1999. Photo: Getty
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Lee Bowyer shoots past Everton's Richard Gough during the FA Carling Premiership clash at Goodison Park in October 1999. The game ended 4-4. Photo: Getty
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Lee Bowyer shoots for goal during the FA Cup fourth round clash against Manchester City at Maine Road in January 2000. Leeds won 5-2. Photo: Getty
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Aston Villa's Lee Hendrie trips Lee Bowyer during FA Cup fifth round clash at Villa Park in January 2000. Villa won 3-2. Photo: Getty