Robbie Fowler has revealed a Basal cell carcinoma was removed from above his left eye (Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Robbie Fowler has been flooded with messages of support as he confirmed he underwent an operation to remove a basal cell carcinoma. The NHS describes basal cell carcinoma as a type of non-melanoma skin cancer that starts in the top layer of the skin.

Liverpool FC legend Fowler has taken to social media platform Instagram to reveal a before and after as he has had a blemish removed just above his eye. The 50-year-old has issued a positive update after the procedure as he revealed it has been caught early. On Instagram, the former striker said: "Before and after...

"Been a few people lately saying the same thing , go and get those blemishes/spots checked, basa

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