Former Newcastle United star Kieron Dyer has issued a positive health update as he continues to pursue a coaching career in football. The ex-Magpies, West Ham and Middlesbrough midfielder was forced to resign from his position as Ipswich Town under-23 coach earlier this year following a long battle with liver problems.
Dyer was diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis, which requires a liver transplant, and stood down after a year in the post at his former club. While he may not currently be working in football, the former St James' Park star admits he is recovering well, while still making sure he is gaining valuable knowledge for his coaching exploits.
“It’s well documented that I need a liver transplant,” he told talkSPORT. “We thought that I would be having that within three to six months but I have my bloods checked regularly and my markers are so good at the moment that they are delaying the operation.
