Liverpool legend John Barnes reveals prostate cancer shock – ‘Not many people know’ | Football | Sport

Liverpool legend John Barnes has revealed that he battled prostate cancer after his children pushed him to get himself checked. The former Reds winger, who is widely regarded as one of their greatest players, said that his diagnosis followed growing concerns from his family. He revealed the shocking news while speaking to to Jane and Fi on Times Radio.

“Men have to then bite the bullet and swallow their pride and admit if they have problems and say it, so it’s a good thing that that has come out,” said Barnes, who eventually had his prostate removed. “I’m fine. I have my PSA and everything is okay. The thing about it is that a lot of men don’t want to admit it or want to have it done because it makes them feel less than a man.

“But you’re not, you’re exactly the same, you’re the same person and you’re around and that’s the main thing.”