- Former England and Liverpool footballer John Barnes , 62, revealed he had his prostate removed following a cancer diagnosis.
- Speaking on Good Morning Britain , Barnes stated he never intended to make his health condition public.
- His diagnosis became public during a World Cup media day when he mistakenly thought interviewers were asking about his cancer, not that of Kenny Dalglish and Kevin Keegan.
- Barnes disclosed that he had been living with the condition for about four years before the operation.
- He confirmed that he is now 'all clear' and 'everything is fine' after the successful removal of his prostate.
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