Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish battling cancer
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Liverpool football legend Kenny Dalglish announced he is undergoing cancer treatment.
- Dalglish revealed the news on Instagram due to a technical error, stating his treatment is progressing well.
- This news follows the recent announcement that another Liverpool figure, Kevin Keegan, is also battling cancer.
Kenny Dalglish, a revered figure in Liverpool's football history, has revealed he is undergoing cancer treatment. The 75-year-old former player and manager shared the news on Instagram, admitting that a "careless post" on social media led to the public announcement. Dalglish assured followers that his treatment is progressing well, contrasting it with his "poor tech skills."
During his illustrious career, Dalglish scored 172 goals for Liverpool and was instrumental in their success, winning six English league titles and three European Cups as a player. As a manager in the 1980s, he led the club to three league titles and two FA Cups.
The news comes as a second blow to Liverpool supporters, with the recent announcement that Kevin Keegan is also undergoing treatment for fourth-stage cancer. The club and its fans are facing difficult times with these health challenges affecting prominent figures.
I had no intention of making my treatment public. But my poor tech skills and a careless post on social media have caused that. Unlike my phone usage, the treatment is progressing well. I would also like you to respect my and my family's privacy.
Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.