Former Liverpool and Everton defender Gary Ablett has died at the age of 46 following a 16-month battle against Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
The League Managers' Association confirmed that the former defender passed away last night after being diagnosed with the disease in 2010.
A statement read: "On behalf of Gary Ablett's family the LMA has today confirmed that Gary passed away peacefully last night following a hard-fought 16-month battle against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
"Respected throughout the game by players, coaches and managers alike, Gary will be sadly missed. The LMA's thoughts and condolences are with Gary's wife Jacqueline and children."
Ablett spent nine years at Anfield before making the switch to Merseyside rivals Everton in 1992.
