pete 2,499 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Quote Ex-Rangers star David Hagen diagnosed with motor neurone disease like fellow former player Fernando Ricksen Stacey Mullen David Hagen EX-RANGERS star David Hagen has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease - the same illness which has struck down former Ibrox ace Fernando Ricksen. The Edinburgh-born footballer's former club Falkirk issued a statement on Tuesday evening to confirm he is battling the incurable illness at the age of 45. Margaret Lang, Chairwoman of Falkirk Football Club, said: “The club is aware of rumours that have arisen on social media forums regarding the health and well-being of former Falkirk player David Hagen. “To prevent further speculation and further attempts by the media to visit him at home – and in consultation with David’s family – the club can confirm he has very recently been diagnosed with motor neurone disease. “The club is providing to David and his family our fullest support, and would ask that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.” Footie writer Jeff Holmes, who has penned several books about Rangers, has launched an online auction to raise funds for the player who made his Ibrox debut aged 19 under Walter Smith. He said: "Sad to hear ex-Ranger David Hagen has Motor Neurone Disease. "David was part of our great 92/93 squad and is just 45. I'm auctioning seven Rangers books I've written." Hagen, who also played for Clyde and Hearts, is the latest footballer to be diagnosed with the illness. Former Ranger star Ricksen has been battling with MND since 2013 while Celtic hero Jimmy ‘Jinky’ Johnstone died in 2006 at the age of 61 - five years after being diagnosed with the disease http://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/news/16360171.ex-rangers-star-david-hagen-diagnosed-with-motor-neurone-disease-like-fellow-former-player-fernando-ricksen/ So sad a horrible disease. Wishing him all the strength he needs. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn 206 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Awful news. I remember Hagen well when he first broke through, scored a cracker against Hibs (?) when he dinked it over the defenders head and volleyed in. Him and his family are in my thoughts. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo79 13,736 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Terrible news. Hagan was coming through when I first started going to Ibrox regularly, so the name is instantly recognisable. Best wishes to him. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
26th of foot 5,845 Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 I have a warm memory of visiting Roker Park for a pre-season testimonial and seeing David run onto a through ball, he lobbed the Keeper for Rangers third in a 3-1 victory. He was a member of an outstanding Rangers youth side, that all found great difficulty in breaking into such a strong first eleven and first team squad, all internationals. The only thing worse than this diagnosis, is the prognosis. Best wishes. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill 13,717 Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 So sorry to hear this awful news. I remember clearly David's first team debut at Ibrox. I hope the Rangers family will offer David Hagen the same support they have given to Fernando Ricksen. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEARGER 1,829 Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Dynamo 128 Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 Played in Laudrups debut at Ibrox against Motherwell. Thoughts go out to David and his family. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,179 Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 If you haven't already, try and find a couple of mins to donate a few quid to David and his young family. David is seriously ill and needs as much help as we can offer. https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/DavidHagen 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete 2,499 Posted July 23, 2018 Author Share Posted July 23, 2018 Done! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill 13,717 Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Donation made 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.