The Latest Breaking News from Alan Hansen

Liverpool are providing support to the family of the 68-year-old, who retired in 1991 to start a successful career as a television pundit.

The Premier League club announced the news with a statement on Sunday afternoon.

The former defender spent 14 years at Liverpool before moving into television

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