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Sunderland icon Charlie Hurley dies aged 87, as the Black Cats pay tribute to the 'beloved' former Republic of Ireland centre back

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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

Sunderland legend Charlie Hurley (pictured) has died at the age of 87