Arsenal legend Bob Wilson has revealed that he is set to undergo treatment for prostate cancer.

The veteran pundit and broadcaster, 72, has been forced to cancel a number of work and charity commitments as he battles the disease.

Wilson, who enjoyed an 11-year spell with the Gunners, released a statement: "I am very confident that the treatment I am receiving will prove successful and kindly ask that my privacy is respected at this time."

His son, John, added: "Knowing how strong my dad is, I have every faith he will be back to match fitness very soon indeed."

Wilson is said to have attended his former club's FA Cup semi-final win over Wigan Athletic at Wembley on Saturday, where the North Londoners triumphed after a penalty shootout.

Written by
Shane Callaghan