Former Rangers goalkeeper Andy Goram undergoing cancer treatment

The former Rangers goalkeeper Andy Goram is undergoing cancer treatment, the Ibrox club have confirmed. In a statement on their Twitter account, Rangers sent their best wishes to the 58-year-old, winner of six league titles and five domestic cups in his time at the club.

“Rangers can confirm our legendary goalkeeper, Andy Goram, is undergoing treatment for cancer in a local hospital,” the statement said. “Club officials are in regular contact with Andy and his family. The family have asked for privacy at this time. Everyone at Rangers wishes ‘The Goalie’ well at this difficult time.”

Goram began his career with Oldham, making 195 appearances for the Latics before joining Hibernian in 1987. He signed for Rangers for £1m in 1991, spending seven successful years in Glasgow under Walter Smith.

“Growing up a Rangers supporter he was certainly one of my heroes,” said the club’s former captain Barry Ferguson on the Glasgow-based Go Radio. “Fantastic goalkeeper. Sad news, but he is a fighter … I’m sure Rangers will do everything they can to help him out.”

Goram earned 43 Scotland caps and also represented his country at cricket. He later played for Motherwell, Manchester United and Queen of the South, before working as a goalkeeping coach with a number of clubs since his retirement.