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Liverpool and Newcastle legend and former England manager Kevin Keegan, 74, diagnosed with stomach cancer

Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with stomach cancer.

The former England and Newcastle United manager will undergo treatment after suffering from ongoing abdominal symptoms which triggered a diagnosis.

A statement from Keegan’s family said: ‘Kevin was recently admitted to hospital for further evaluation of ongoing abdominal symptoms. These investigations have revealed a diagnosis of cancer for which Kevin will undergo treatment.

Kevin Keegan played 63 games for England between 1972 and 1982, scoring 21 goals
Kevin Keegan played 63 games for England between 1972 and 1982, scoring 21 goals
Keegan went on to manage England for 18 games between February 1999 and October 2000
Keegan went on to manage England for 18 games between February 1999 and October 2000

'Kevin is grateful to the medical team for their intervention and ongoing care.