Sir Kenny Dalglish has received an outpouring of support from football figures after confirming he is undergoing treatment for cancer. The Liverpool legend issued a statement following an inadvertent social media post that revealed his diagnosis.
In his statement, Dalglish said: 'As my inadvertent social media post has indicated, I am currently undergoing treatment for cancer. Unlike my mobile phone use, the treatment is going well. Ideally, this would have remained private... but my useless technology skills have forced my hand.' He thanked medical staff and requested privacy for his family.
Steven Gerrard led the messages, writing: 'Sending our love Sir Kenny.' Alan Shearer, whom Dalglish managed at Blackburn Rovers, posted: 'Everyone is with you Kenny.' Former Liverpool teammates Robbie Fowler and Jamie Carragher also sent their best wishes, while current players Jordan Henderson, Andy Robertson and Harvey Elliott replied with red heart emojis.
Liverpool FC released a statement saying: 'The support, best wishes and love of everyone at Liverpool FC are, and will continue to be, with Sir Kenny and his family.' Newcastle United and Blackburn Rovers also expressed their support. Dalglish's wife Marina was treated for breast cancer in 2003 and later founded the Marina Dalglish Appeal.
Dalglish, 73, won eight league titles as a player and manager at Liverpool, along with three European Cups. He remains a figure at Anfield and was involved in the pitch presentation on the final day of the Premier League season.
