Steven Gerrard sends support to Alan Hansen after Liverpool legend 'seriously ill' in hospital

Steven Gerrard has sent his support to Alan Hansen after it was revealed the legendary Liverpool defender was seriously ill in hospital.

On Sunday, Liverpool Football Club released a statement to say that the 68-year-old, who is regarded as one of the best defenders in the club's history, had been admitted to hospital.

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Following the shocking news, Gerrard took to Instagram to wish Hansen well and uploaded a photo of the former Scotland defender to his Instagram story, accompanied by a prayer emoji.

Hansen signed for Liverpool from Partick Thistle in 1977 and went on to win over 20 trophies during a glittering 14-year career at Anfield. Following his retirement in 1991, the defender pursued a career in punditry and was renowned for his work with the BBC.

On Sunday, a Liverpool Football Club statement read: "The thoughts and support of everyone at Liverpool FC are with our legendary former captain Alan Hansen, who is currently seriously ill in hospital.

"A defender of the utmost elegance, Hansen’s outstanding raft of honours across a 14-year spell with the Reds – he joined from Partick Thistle in 1977 – included eight league titles, three European Cups, two FA Cups and three League Cups.

"‘Jocky’, as he was known by teammates, is in the top 10 for all-time appearances for the club having played 620 matches, and the Scottish centre-back also served as Liverpool skipper for four seasons.

"The club is currently in contact with Alan’s family to provide our support at this difficult time, and our thoughts, wishes and hopes are with Alan and all of the Hansen family.

"We will provide any further updates as we receive them in due course, and we request that the Hansen family’s privacy is respected at this time."