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Prayers for Alan Hansen as he is 'seriously ill in hospital' as fans of the former Liverpool star turned 'old school pundit' tell him 'If anybody can fight their way back from this, it's you'

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Football fans are sending prayers to former Liverpool defender Alan Hansen who is 'seriously ill' in hospital.

Liverpool announced last night that they are providing support to the family of their former captain, who won three European cups before he retired in 1991 to start a successful career as a television pundit.

There has been an outpouring of well-wishes for the 68-year-old from former team-mates, colleagues and supporters.

One fan posted: 'Really sad to hear Alan Hansen is currently very seriously ill in hospital. Wishing him a speedy recovery, my thoughts are with Alan and his family at this difficult time.