Manchester United and Northern Ireland legend Harry Gregg, who survived the Munich air crash, has died at 87.

Gregg spent nine years at United and made 247 appearances, became the world's most expensive keeper when Sir Matt Busby signed him for £23,000 in 1957.

He was hailed as a hero following the Munich air crash where he pulled several people to safety from the wreckage including teammates Bobby Charlton, Dennis Viollet, a 20-month old baby and her pregnant mother.

The Harry Gregg Foundation confirmed his passing in a statement on their Facebook page.

"The Gregg family would like to thank the medical staff at Causeway Hospital for their wonderful dedication to Harry over his last few weeks," the statement said.

"To everyone who has called, visited or sent well wishes we thank you for the love and respect shown to Harry and the family.

"Never to be forgotten!"

Gregg also made 25 appearances for Northern Ireland.

Funeral arrangements will be announced in the next few days.