Gordon Cowans

[markymark 46]

Gordon Cowans

Legendary Aston Villa player Gordon Cowans has confirmed his diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer's disease in a statement.

'Dear friends and supporters,' started Cowans.

'In an attempt to stop speculation and misinformation about my health, I have decided to release the following statement.

'After a series of recent tests, I have been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's Disease. Medication has been prescribed, with some life changes, which I intend to commit to fully, the prognosis is a good one.

[dorset lion 388]

Very sad news though we read from time to time that advances have been made in treating if not actually curing this cruel illness if caught early, so I hope that Sid can enjoy life for many years yet.

One of the greatest players to ever wear the shirt, it was an honour to meet him in the Addies a few years back after all those years of the absolute pleasure in watching him play.

[freddy 184]

11 minutes ago, dorset lion said:

Very sad news though we read from time to time that advances have been made in treating if not actually curing this cruel illness if caught early, so I hope that Sid can enjoy life for many years yet.

One of the greatest players to ever wear the shirt, it was an honour to meet him in the Addies a few years back after all those years of the absolute pleasure in watching him play.

Ditto----i remember that night too Dorset---Sid was just like one of us,and had time to chat to everyone--

one of Villa,s greatest --so graceful and skilfull

Good luck Sid---

[Dimitri 284]

Horrible news,my ol granda died of alzeimers aged 66,terrible illness and horrible to watch,hopefully he gets all the care he needs to make the rest of his life as comfortable as possible

[Apollo 165]

Played football against him twice when I was a nipper. Quality player and a really nice guy. Sad to hear this.