Fans to mourn Ablett loss

Former Liverpool and Everton player Gary Ablett has dies at the young age of 46 following his battle against non-hodgkin’s lymphoma over the past 18 months.

Ablett played 109 games for Liverpool between 1985-1992, while also notching up over 100 appearances for Everton and Birmingham City.

Kenny Dalglish led the tributes today, here is what he said to LiverpoolFC.tv

“The most important thing just now is to pay our respects to Gary, his wife Jacqueline, the two boys and his wee girl.

“It’s a sad, sad day for his family and everyone connected with Liverpool Football Club. Obviously he had a long battle and I’m sure it was a lot of suffering and a lot of pain for him, but the only thing you can say is at least he won’t be suffering any longer.

“I gave Gary his debut and remember him scoring on his first start at Anfield against Nottingham Forest.

“He was a really good servant to the football club not only as a player, but also as reserve team coach.

“He served the club proudly and credibly. It’s very sad for everybody.”

Our thoughts are with Gary’s wife and children.

YNWA