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News of Alan Hansen being 'seriously ill' in hospital has taken the Liverpool fanbase by surprise.

A statement released by the Reds on Sunday confirmed this sad news, leaving many hoping for the best as the 68-year-old remains under medical care.

Hansen is a legendary figure in Liverpool's history after enjoying a glittering career with the Reds that spanned 13 seasons.



’I've been in football for 41 years and I’m going out right at the top, just as I did at Liverpool."

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I was getting more nervous and I’d say: ‘What are you doing?’ The BBC were terrific, I loved the people and Match of the Day but I didn’t enjoy the nerves.

“When I played I didn’t like pundits.