Liverpool icon shares health update after hospital stay with breathing problems
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The Liverpool legend confirmed he is 'feeling much better' and recognised all those who reached out to him during this challenging time.On Monday evening, Rush posted a photograph on Instagram depicting him beaming whilst clutching a glass of prosecco. In his message, he penned: "Feeling so much better now - thank you for all the wonderful messages and support from the entire LFC family and everyone who reached out.
Read our Privacy Policy"The care, kindness, and dedication of the NHS staff were absolutely brilliant, and I'm deeply grateful for everything they did."A very special thank you to my partner, Carol, who was there for me every step of the way and helped me through it all - I couldn't have done it without you. Feeling grateful, blessed, and thankful for all the love and support."Earlier this month, the former striker was hospitalised and endured two days receiving intensive care treatment.According to the Daily Mail, the Anfield icon made an encouraging recovery at the Countess of Chester hospital following breathing difficulties.Rush, who is Liverpool's all-time leading goalscorer, is understood to have been struck down by a particularly virulent strain of flu before being hospitalised.Throughout his illustrious tenure with the Reds, he found the back of the net 346 times across all competitions.The former Wales international remains Liverpool's all-time leading scorer (Image: PA)Rush also stands as Wales' second-highest goalscorer behind Gareth Bale, having scored 28 goals in 73 international appearances.
He amassed nearly 400 domestic goals during a stellar career that began at Chester City.A Liverpool spokesperson thanked hospital staff for 'providing the best care possible' and stated that 'everyone at Liverpool wishes him a speedy recovery'.After the announcement, former colleagues and Liverpool supporters have maintained their flow of supportive messages to Rush.One supporter wrote: "So good to see you on the mend. Happy Christmas Ian and Carol." Another declared: "So glad you are feeling better Rushie lad, enjoy your Christmas."Former Liverpool goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek shared a red heart emoji alongside Jose Enrique, while Sami Hyypia posted a praying emoji in solidarity with Rush.Further messages featured: "So happy to hear you are feeling better, Sir.