A statement from the Reds just over a week ago said Hansen was seriously ill in hospital.

The footballer, who swam the channel for charity, said the girl who inspired him is the ‘most special human being’ he has ever met.

Souness ed the broadcaster in 2008 after ending his managerial career.

Liverpool scored six times in the second half in a 7-0 hammering.

Roy Keane has said the World Cup should not be in Qatar due to human rights issues in the country around its treatment of migrant workers and the LGBTQ+ community

The 27-year-old says the increased pressure and scrutiny is “part and parcel” of representing Manchester City and England.

The Scot was criticised for his choice of words when talking about the Chelsea-Tottenham match.