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Ex-Everton star Campbell 'very unwell' in hospital

Everton and Arsenal have sent messages of support to their former striker Kevin Campbell, who is "very unwell" in hospital.

The Merseyside club said the 54-year-old, who began his career with the Gunners, became ill last week.

"Not just a great footballer but an incredible person, Kevin is, and always has been, a fighter and we wish him and his family well at this challenging time. Sending all our love," Everton said in a statement posted on X., external

On Monday, Arsenal wrote:, external "Everyone at the club is sending love to Kevin Campbell and his family, following news that our former striker is very unwell.