Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles has died aged 75.

He made 315 appearances for QPR and scored 97 goals for the Loftus Road club.

Bowles also played for Manchester City, Bury, Crewe Alexandra, Carlisle United, Nottingham Forest, Leyton Orient and Brentford.

“Sad to be writing this but dad has passed away,” wrote his daughter Tracey Bowles on her father’s official Facebook page.

“He was with all the family and went peacefully. God bless you Stanley.”

QPR said that it was “with a heavy heart” they had learned that the club “icon” had passed away.

Bowles played for QPR from 1972 to 1979 and became known as one of English football’s great entertainers.

“All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in peace,” said a QPR statement.

“The club will be confirming how we will be paying a fitting tribute to Stan in due course.”

More to follow.