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Man United boss Erik ten Hag misses Sir Bobby Charlton's funeral due to an 'unbreakable commitment in the Netherlands', as Harry Maguire leads four current stars in attending despite international duty commitments

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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will miss Sir Bobby Charlton's funeral due to an 'unbreakable and long-standing personal commitment in the Netherlands'.

Sir Bobby, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players to have ever graced the game, passed away at the age of 86 following a battle with dementia last month.

Family, friends, fans and luminaries from across the football world will come together to celebrate Charlton's extraordinary life on Monday afternoon.

His funeral cortege is set to pass Old Trafford before heading on to Manchester Cathedral for a memorial service.