Not only was Roy Hodgson a major influence on my career, he’s someone I’ve stayed close to after I hung up my boots, which isn’t always the case in the football business.
I messaged him after the worrying news that he’d been taken ill at Crystal Palace’s training ground and was reassured by his replies. He said he was feeling fine, taking stock and prioritising his health.
It was good to hear. At 76, he’s absolutely right to put himself first — and he indicated he’s starting to realise that himself.
Roy has dedicated his life to football and been incredibly successful.