Family issue sad Russell Hoult update amid West Brom promotion winner's cancer battle as fundraiser launched

The 52-year-old former goalkeeper - who spent seven seasons at Albion has been battling Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis, before also being diagnosed with cancer.

In a sad update from Hoult's daughter, she has confirmed that the former Baggies shot stopper's illnesses are both terminal and he has been placed in palliative care.

Here update was seen by a host of fans at Hoult's former clubs, including Albion, where he played over 200 games and was part of two promotion winning sides in 2002 and 2004.

Issuing an update on her Dad's health - she launched a fundraiser for the The Cholangicocarcinoma Charity, the only charity in the UK to provide research and support for people suffering the rare condition.

In a post, she explained how she will be running a half marathon to raise funds for the charity, and provided a fundraising link for the charity.

She said: "This is one of the hardest things I've ever had to write.

"In September 2023, my Dad was diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis.

"Then in August 2024, we were told he also has stage four bile duct cancer.

"Both are now terminal and Dad is receiving palliative care.

"He's always been my role model - strong, king and quietly determined - and we're doing everything we can to make sure he knows how loved he is.

"On October 26, I'll be running a half marathon in his honour for AMMF - The Cholangicocarcinoma Charity.

"They're the UK's only charity dedicated to raising awareness, funding research and supporting families affected by this rare cancer.

"If you're able to donate, no matter the amount, it would mean so much to us.

"And even if you can't, please share this post to spread the word.

"Donate here: justgiving.com/page/russell-hoult-fundraising-to-amff.

"Thank you for helping me show Dad he's not facing this alone."