- Sunderland legend Charlie Hurley has died at the age of 87
- Hurley won 40 caps for the Republic of Ireland during his glittering career
Sunderland icon Charlie Hurley has passed away at the age of 87, the club has announced.
The Championship club confirmed his death in a statement on Thursday morning as they paid tribute to their former player.
The statement read: ‘We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Charlie Hurley, one of the greatest and most beloved players in the history of Sunderland AFC.’
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Sunderland legend Charlie Hurley (pictured) has died at the age of 87
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