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Liverpool legend Alan Hansen ‘seriously ill in hospital’

Former Liverpool captain Alan Hansen is “seriously ill in hospital”, the club confirmed in a statement on Sunday.

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Hansen is ‘seriously ill’

“The thoughts and support of everyone at Liverpool FC are with our legendary former captain Alan Hansen, who is currently seriously ill in hospital,” Liverpool said in their statement.

Liverpool said they are “currently in contact with Alan’s family to provide our support at this difficult time, and our thoughts, wishes and hopes are with Alan and all of the Hansen family.”

“We will provide any further updates as we receive them in due course, and we request that the Hansen family’s privacy is respected at this time.”

Hansen’s legacy

Hansen, 68, joined Liverpool from Partick Thistle in 1977.

During his 14-year stint at the Anfield club, he won 16 trophies overall.

These trophies included eight league titles, three European Cups, two FA Cups, and three League Cups.

The Scotish centre-back is in the top 10 for all-time appearances for the club, having played 620 matches.

Hansen also appeared 26 times for his country and was a member of Scotland’s 1982 World Cup side.