Steve Hunter 02 February 2005

Liverpool legend Ray Clemence will undergo treatment later this week in his fight to overcome prostrate cancer.

The news has come as a big shock to the football world but the former Liverpool Number One remains upbeat and positive in his battle to make a full recovery after speaking with doctors.

The 56-year-old England goalkeeping coach won three European Cups with Liverpool and five league championships.

Clemence said: "The news I have had from the doctors so far has been very positive and encouraging.

"I'm looking forward to getting the treatment out of the way and returning to work as soon as possible."