Man Utd and Scotland icon Denis Law leaves huge fortune to his family

Football icon Denis Law, who was fondly known as the King of the Stretford End, left an estate worth over £2million in his will, documents have revealed.

The Manchester United legend passed away in January at the age of 84 after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Vascular dementia. Probate records show he left a total of £2,035,475 to his wife Diana and his family.

Law's dazzling skills, determination and flair were instrumental in leading Manchester United to two league titles and a European Cup victory in 1968 under the guidance of Sir Matt Busby. He was one third of the renowned "United Trinity", alongside fellow football greats George Best and Sir Bobby Charlton.

At his funeral, Sir Alex Ferguson held back tears as he paid tribute, saying: "He would fight his granny for a goal. He had so much courage. A skinny guy standing by all those big defenders."

When announcing his passing earlier this year, his family said: "It is with a heavy heart we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace. We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently."

Manchester United also expressed their sorrow, stating: "Everyone is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. With 237 goals in 404 appearances, he will always be celebrated as one of the club's greatest and most beloved players.

"The ultimate goal-scorer, his flair, spirit and love for the game made him the hero of a generation."

At his funeral in February, thousands of fans from both Manchester United and City, where Law also played, lined the streets to bid farewell.

Sir Alex recalled: "He loved Scotland and he loved beating England. He once lined up before a game against England. He loved Nobby Stiles and Nobby worshipped him. Nobby came bounding down the tunnel and wished Denis all the best. Denis gave him a withering look and let off a volley of abuse Nobby never forgot."

As the hearse arrived at Manchester Cathedral for the service, a piper played 'Flower of Scotland' and the crowds erupted into applause as the coffin was carried inside.

Sir Rod Stewart paid tribute with a bouquet in the shape of the Scottish flag, with the message: "You are, and always will be, my footballing hero."

Born in Aberdeen on February 24, 1940, Law was the youngest of seven children. Raised by his fisherman father George and mother Robina in a council flat, he didn't wear shoes until he was 12 and received his first pair of football boots at 16.

Despite having a squint that affected his sight, he was spotted by Huddersfield scout Archie Beattie in 1954. The club's then-manager Andy Beattie remarked: "Never did I see a less likely football prospect. Weak, puny, bespectacled."

Law would play with one eye closed so he could see straight until the club paid for corrective surgery.

Manchester City secured his services for a British record transfer fee of £55,000 in 1960. Following a stint with Torino in Italy, Sir Matt Busby brought him to United in 1962 as the club was rebuilding after the tragic Munich air disaster of 1958.

He became part of the legendary United Trinity alongside George Best, who passed away in 2005, and Bobby Charlton, who died two years ago. In 1964, he made history by becoming the only Scot to win the Ballon d'Or.

After spending 11 seasons with the Red Devils, Law returned to City. He famously scored a back-heel goal against United - but contrary to popular belief, it wasn't this goal that relegated United.

Over an illustrious 18-year career, Law earned 55 caps for Scotland. He is survived by his wife Diana, sons Gary, Andrew, Robert and Iain, and daughter Diana.