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Stephen Killen

Liverpool show support for Bristol Rovers' Nick Anderton as he battles rare bone cancer

Liverpool have donated a signed 'Anderton 16' shirt for Bristol Rovers full-back Nick Anderton after he was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer.

Jurgen Klopp and his side were pictured holding the Reds shirt with the former Accrington Stanley defender's name and number on the back.

In July, it was sadly confirmed that the 26-year-old had a rare form of bone cancer which halted has his playing career. He successfully underwent an operation in December to remove the tumorous area affecting his femur.

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