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Former Manchester United striker and Busby Babe, Alex Dawson, dies aged 80, club confirm

Former Manchester United star and Busby Babe, Alex Dawson, has passed away at the age of 80.

The club confirmed on Friday that the striker, who played at Old Trafford for four seasons, has died.

'Our deepest sympathies are with the loved ones of former United forward and Busby Babe, Alex Dawson, who has sadly passed away at the age of 80. He will be fondly remembered by all of us at the club. May he rest in peace,' the Premier League side tweeted.

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