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Burnley had signed him from his home town club of Liverpool and after retiring as a player he went on to work as a coach and manager both at home and abroad before ending his active football life as a scout with Luton Town.
Just a few short years ago some friends of mine met him by chance at a game and he still talked very enthusiastically about Burnley. He said then that he would love to return to see a game at Turf Moor. Despite failing health I was able to help make that a reality for him and he was at the last game of the 2005/06 season against his last club Luton Town along with members of his family, and at half time was introduced to the crowd.
I know that was a very special day for Les and it was also a real treat for me to finally meet him, and the letter I received from him is one I'll always treasure.
My thoughts and prayers are very much with his family and friends at this sad time.
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