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Former Manchester United and Arsenal striker David Herd dies at the age of 82

Former Manchester United and Arsenal striker David Herd has died at the age of 82.

The Scotland international was a significant figure for United as the club was rebuilt following the 1958 Munich air disaster.

Herd started his career at Stockport County before moving to Arsenal, where he made 180 appearances for the Gunners.

Former Manchester United and Arsenal striker David Herd has died at the age of 82
Former Manchester United and Arsenal striker David Herd has died at the age of 82
The Scotland international was a significant figure for United after the Munich air disaster
The Scotland international was a significant figure for United after the Munich air disaster

He then moved on to United, playing 265 games, before ending his career with spells at Stoke and Waterford United in Ireland.