Overview
- Rush, 64, was taken to the Countess of Chester last week with breathing problems and spent roughly 48 hours in intensive care.
- Club officials say he is recovering well, remains in hospital for checks, and is expected home before Christmas.
- Liverpool publicly thanked hospital staff for their care and wished the club ambassador a speedy recovery.
- Reports suggest his illness may be linked to the current ‘superflu’ wave in England, though this has not been formally confirmed.
- NHS leaders cite an average of 2,660 daily flu admissions in England last week, up 55% week on week, with several trusts declaring critical incidents.