Leeds' all-time top goalscorer Peter Lorimer is in a hospice due to a long-term illness.
Rumours about the former Scotland winger circulated on social media on Thursday night and Leeds have issued a statement to update their fans on the 74-year-old's condition.
The Premier League club said: 'Sadly we can confirm that Peter Lorimer is currently in a hospice battling a long-term illness.
'Peter, his wife Sue and their family would like some privacy at this time, but also want to thank the Leeds United fans across the world for their wonderful messages of support.