Liverpool icon Sir Kenny Dalglish has confirmed his cancer diagnosis after an inadvertent social media post, with the 75-year-old receiving an outpouring of support
Ryan Paton Entertainment and celebrity reporter
13:29, 02 Jun 2026Updated 13:35, 02 Jun 2026
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Sir Kenny Dalglish confirmed his news(Image: Liverpool Echo)
Liverpool icon Sir Kenny Dalglish has received an outpouring of support following confirmation of his cancer diagnosis.
The 75 year old revealed the news on Instagram with the legendary Liverpool number seven stating: "As my inadvertent social media post has indicated, I am currently undergoing treatment for cancer.
"Unlike my mobile phone use, the treatment is going well. Ideally, this would have remained private because that's the way it should be, but my useless technology skills have forced my hand. Obviously I did not mean to make this matter public so I would appreciate it if the privacy of my family and myself are respected.
"As ever, thank you to the wonderful medical staff who have shown incredible care and discretion, not just for me but for many, many others. They are a credit to themselves."
Dalglish arrived at Anfield from Celtic in 1977 and has since established himself as one of the club's most influential figures. His illustrious playing career saw him secure numerous league championships and net the decisive goal in the 1978 European Cup final.
Taking on the dual role of player-manager in 1985, he proved equally triumphant from the touchline, presiding over a trophy-laden spell in the late 1980s.
Dalglish stood as a source of strength for both the club and the city during its most harrowing period following the Hillsborough tragedy in 1989.
The announcement of his cancer diagnosis has prompted widespread messages of solidarity for a figure whose significance extends far beyond football in this city. Liverpool FC released an official statement saying: "The support, best wishes and love of everyone at Liverpool FC are, and will continue to be, with Sir Kenny and his family."
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Paul Dalglish, Kenny's son, responded in the comments section of the Instagram post, writing: "Love you Dad. You got this." Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher posted: "Sending all our love Kenny", while Andy Robertson and Jordan Henderson also showed their support.
Alan Shearer, the retired Premier League striker who played under Dalglish at Blackburn Rovers, wrote: "Everyone is with you Kenny." Ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Sander Westerveld posted: "YNWA, King."
Former Reds player Lucas Leiva shared a series of heart emojis. Toni Duggan, who previously played for Everton Women, added: "Sending lots of love."
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Anfield legend Robbie Fowler wrote: "Sending you lots of love Sir King." Ex-Liverpool forward Robbie Keane commented: "Sending my best Sir Kenny."