Leeds confirmed that Jack Charlton passed away on Friday night following a long-term illness.
Charlton made a club record 773 appearances for Leeds United.
He won 35 caps for England and played in every match during the 1966 World Cup which England went on to win, defeating West Germany 4-2 in the final at Wembley.
Charlton was also successful as a manager, leading the Republic of Ireland to two World Cups and a European Championships during his 10 years in charge.
He was part of the side which won the League Cup in 1968, the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1968 and 1971, the First Division in 1968/69, the Charity Shield in 1969 and the FA Cup in 1972.
He won his first England cap against Scotland on April 10, 1965, and was part of Sir Alf Ramsay's England World Cup squad in 1966.
Charlton retired from playing at the end of the 1972/73 season, with his final game coming against Southampton on April 28, 1973.
He had a total of 773 appearances, Charlton scored 96 times for Leeds, making him the club's ninth highest scorer in the club's history.
A statement from the Charlton family said: "Jack died peacefully on Friday 10 July at the age of 85.
"He was at home in Northumberland, with his family by his side.
"As well as a friend to many, he was a much-adored husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
"We cannot express how proud we are of the extraordinary life he led and the pleasure he brought to so many people in different countries and from all walks of life.
"He was a thoroughly honest, kind, funny and genuine man who always had time for people.
"His loss will leave a huge hole in all our lives but we are thankful for a lifetime of happy memories."
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