WOLVES legend Terry Wharton has died at the age of 83.
The star was well-renowned for his lethal penalties during his playing days,
Wharton sadly passed away after a battle with a short illness.
He enjoyed a nine-year spell with Wolves between 1959 and 1968 in which he played 242 times.
The winger scored 69 league goals for the club.
The West Midlands club confirmed his death on social media with a tribute to their former player.
Wolves also revealed that fans will be able to pay tribute to the star before their relegation six-pointer against West Ham this afternoon.
A statement read: “We are saddened by the passing of our former winger Terry Wharton, at the age of 83, after a short illness.
“Terry made more than 200 appearances for the club and was a key part of our side during the 1960s, including the LA Wolves team who won the United Soccer Association championship in 1967.
“Everyone at Wolves sends their condolences to Terry’s friends, family and loved ones, and supporters will have the chance to pay their respects during a prematch tribute at Molineux this afternoon.
“The thoughts of everyone at Wolves are with Terry’s wife Sue, and his family and friends at this sad time.”
After leaving Wolves he joined Bolton and spent two years at the club making over 100 appearances.
He then had spells with Crystal Palace, Durban City, Walsall and Kidderminster Harriers before retiring in 1974.
Fans have flocked to social media to also pay tribute to Wharton.
One posted: “That’s such sad news. RIP Terry, you will be missed.”
A second wrote: “Top player but even more a top top bloke and gentleman.”
A third commented: “Rest easy Terry.”
A fourth said: “Sad to read this news. Thoughts with his loved ones.”
Another added: “A great man off the pitch too. May he rest in peace.”
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