Sir Kenny Dalglish has confirmed he is undergoing treatment after a cancer diagnosis.
The Celtic and Scotland legend announced the health update on social media.
Dalglish revealed that treatment is "going well" before requesting privacy for himself and his family throughout his care.
He wrote: “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 because that’s the way it should be, but my useless technology skills have forced my hand.
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“Obviously, I did not mean to make this matter public so I would appreciate it if the privacy of my family and myself are respected.
“As ever, thank you to the wonderful medical staff who have shown incredible care and discretion, not just for me but for many, many others. They are a credit to themselves.”
Liverpool FC have subsequently offered their support to the football icon after he announced the diagnosis.
A club post read: "The support, best wishes and love of everyone at Liverpool FC are, and will continue to be, with Sir Kenny and his family.
"The club would also like to underscore his request for privacy moving forward."
