Former Liverpool forward and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan diagnosed with cancer

The 74-year-old was recently admitted to hospital after presenting abdominal symptoms.

GET WELL SOON KEVIN: Kevin Keegan, who has been diagnosed with cancer, alongside Terry McDermott at a book signing. Pic: James Maloney/Liverpool Echo

Wed, 07 Jan, 2026 - 18:18

Jonathan Veal, PA

Former England and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer.

The 74-year-old was recently admitted to hospital after presenting abdominal symptoms and tests have shown he has the disease for which he is undergoing treatment.

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