The former forward spent 48 hours in intensive care earlier this month
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Ian Rush said "it means the world to me" as he thanked supporters for their heartfelt messages over the past couple of weeks as he battled illness. The Liverpool FC legend is "feeling much better" as he acknowledged everyone that reached out to him.
On Instagram last night, December 22, Rush posted a photo holding a glass of prosecco and smiling. He captioned the post: "Feeling so much better now — thank you for all the wonderful messages and support from the entire LFC family and everyone who reached out. It truly meant the world to me.
"My heartfelt thanks to the incredible team at the Countess of Chester Hospital. 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."
The former forward spent 48 hours in intensive care earlier this month after being rushed to hospital. The Daily Mail reported the Reds icon responded well to treatment at the Countess of Chester hospital after suffering with problems to do with his breathing.
Rush, Liverpool's all-time leading goalscorer and an ambassador at Anfield, is thought to have contracted a strain of 'superflu' before being taken to hospital. He scored 346 goals across all competitions during his time with the Reds.
A Liverpool spokesperson thanked staff at the hospital for "providing the best care possible" and said "everyone at Liverpool wishes him a speedy recovery." Since uploading his latest post yesterday, former players and Liverpool supporters have sent further messages to Rush.
One supporter commented: "So good to see you on the mend. Happy Christmas Ian and Carol" and another added "So glad you are feeling better Rushie lad, enjoy your Christmas."
Former Liverpool FC goalkeeper Jersey Dudek posted a red heart emoji, as did Jose Enrique. Sami Hyypia shared a praying emoji as he offered support to Rush.
Further responses were: "So happy to hear you are feeling better, Sir. YNWA" and "Can’t keep a good man down, good to see Rushie. YNWA."
Pictures from an annual Christmas gathering of Liverpool legends was shared on social media by some of the former Reds this month. John Barnes, who earned a legend status for his ability to glide down the wing, shared a group photo to Instagram.
He captioned it: "Our Liverpool Legends meet up for an annual Christmas drink. Great turn out Merry Christmas everyone. Our best wishes and speedy recovery to our great friend Ian [Rush]."
A favourite of the Kop, Rush's partnership with Sir Kenny Dalglish will go down as one of the finest Liverpool supporters have witnessed. Rush won a number of huge honours on Merseyside, after 660 appearances.