Former Ireland international Chris Hughton reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

The 67-year-old underwent surgery last May.

ON THE MEND: President of Ireland Michael D Higgins with Kevin Sheedy, Chris Hughton and David Kelly of the Republic of Ireland squad from the Italia 1990. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Former Republic of Ireland international Chris Hughton has revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year.

The 67-year-old, who played for Tottenham, West Ham, Brentford and Ireland before moving into coaching, where he managed Brighton and Newcastle, underwent surgery last May.