Law, known simply as 'The King' at United, won two league titles at Old Trafford and was a member of their European Cup-winning side under Sir Matt Busby in 1968 when they became the first English club to lift the trophy.
Forever linked with the late, great duo of Bobby Charlton and George Best, Law was one-third of the fabulous triumvirate of strikers who made United one of soccer's most famous sides.
With Bobby Charlton and George Best, Law once made up the game's most celebrated attacking trio. (AP PHOTO)
A short family statement on Friday read: "It is with a heavy heart that we tell you our father Denis Law has sadly passed away. He fought a tough battle but finally he is now at peace.
"We would like to thank everyone who contributed to his wellbeing and care, past and much more recently. We know how much people supported and loved him and that love was always appreciated and made the difference. Thank you."
Law scored a total of 237 goals in 404 appearances during an 11-year spell at Old Trafford until 1973, which still places him third behind Wayne Rooney and Charlton on United's all-time list.
Law defied his small physique to terrorise defenders with his fearless approach and electric pace during an 18-year playing career, which also included spells at first club Huddersfield, Manchester City (twice) and Torino.
Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84. — Manchester United (@ManUtd) Our deepest condolences go out to Denis's family and many friends. His memory will live on forever more.January 17, 2025
Capped 55 times by Scotland - he made his senior debut aged 18 in 1958 - Law remains his country's joint all-time leading scorer with 30 goals alongside Kenny Dalglish.
Law's transfers from Huddersfield to Manchester City in 1960 and later moves to Italian club Torino (1961) and to Manchester United in 1962 were all British records at the time.
Manchester United posted on X: "Everyone at Manchester United is mourning the loss of Denis Law, the King of the Stretford End, who has passed away, aged 84."
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