Wales and Burnley legend Leighton James dies aged 71 after football career spanning more than 600 games… as tributes pour in for ‘brilliant player’ and ‘massive personality’

Wales and Burnley legend Leighton James has died at the age of 71.

James, a winger, made more than 600 appearances in the Football League and represented his country 54 times.

After retiring, he served the game for almost two decades as a manager, taking the reins at nine clubs in England and Wales. 

More to follow.