Tottenham[1] legend Graham Roberts has revealed he is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer[2].
The 66-year-old played 278 times for Tottenham between 1980 and 1986, with the defender earning three major honours with the club.
Roberts wrote on social media that he is undergoing radiotherapy treatment and brachytherapy and is hoping to participate in a walk with his daughter to raise money for Prostate Cancer.
‘I’m undergoing radiotherapy treatment and brachytherapy for prostate cancer and would love to raise money for this charity,’ Roberts wrote.
‘This October my daughter is walking 5km each day and I am going to try and do as much as I can as well. Please donate to this’.
On the Prostate Cancer website[3], Roberts daughter Hollie wrote: ‘My dad Graham Roberts is currently undergoing radiotherapy treatment and brachytherapy for prostate cancer.
Tottenham legend Graham Roberts, right, has revealed he is being treated for prostate cancer
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Roberts scored in the 1984 UEFA Cup final which Tottenham eventually won on penalties
‘Prostate cancer kills one man every 45 minutes – that’s half a football match. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
‘This October, I’m joining Prostate United by walking, 5km every day with my fellow football fans to help save men’s lives.
‘Dad is also going to try and walk each week as well after his treatment.
‘Sponsor me to help fund lifesaving research for men and their families affected by this disease. Thank you.’
Roberts received support from Tottenham on social media, with the club posting ‘We’re all behind you Robbo’.
Roberts had captained Spurs in the second leg of the 1984 UEFA Cup final against Anderlecht, with his late equaliser forcing extra-time in the match.
He also converted Tottenham’s first penalty in the eventual shoot-out as Keith Burkinshaw’s side triumphed 4-3 to win the tournament.
It was Tottenham’s most recent European trophy until their success in the same competition – now the Europa League – last season.
Roberts, pictured with his daughter Hollie, is set to take part in a charity walk in October
Roberts had also been part of the Tottenham side who won the FA Cup in back-to-back years in 1981 and 1982.
He joined Rangers in 1986 and won the Scottish Premier League and League Cup during his time at Ibrox.
He returned to London to play for Chelsea in 1988 and was named as their Player of the Season as the Blues were promoted from the Second Division as champions in the 1988-89 season.
Roberts earned six England caps during his career, which also included a brief spell at West Brom.
Following his retirement, Roberts began a managerial career which is best remembered for masterminding a victory for Clyde over Celtic in the Scottish Cup.