Petrov has Leukaemia

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From  twitter:

TWITTER REACTION

Aston Villa goalkeeper Shay Given:  "In shock about Stiliyan Petrov acute leukaemia but we are all here for him and his family. Please God he makes a full recovery #prayforstan."
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent:  "Really sad news to hear about our captain Stan Petrov. Hopefully he'll be back fighting fit soon. Thoughts are with him and his family. KTF."
Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner:  "Please God, make Stan be OK. He's our skipper and such a nice man. Praying for you mate - thoughts are with you and your family."
Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan:  "Gutted to hear the news about Stan. Thoughts and prayers to him and his family. Stay strong pal!"
Aston Villa defender Carlos Cuellar:  "I feel very sad with the news of our captain Petrov. Our support for him and his family. He is very strong and will win this battle. We are all with you my friend. #prayforstan."
Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas:  "Just saw the news about Stan Petrov one of the nicest guys in football! Thoughts with him and his lovely family."
Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker:  "Terribly sad to hear that Stiliyan Petrov has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Thoughts are with him and his family. All cases of Leukaemia vary, but from personal experience with @GeorgeLineker we know it can be beaten #goodluckStiliyan."
Former Villa midfielder Ian Taylor:  "Terrible news re Stiliyan Petrov illness. Our best wishes go out to him and his family. Praying he can make a full recovery #getwellstiliyan."
Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba's fiancee, Shauna Magunda:  "Get well soon Petrov. We'll be keeping you in our prayers."

[TopDeck113]

Don't need to read all this thread to imagine the general sentiment in one of shock and good wishes.  I'll just add to that.  Get well, Stan. 

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Stiliyan Petrov: Geoff Thomas on his battle with leukaemia

By Geoff Thomas
Former England international
It was horrendous to hear the news about Stiliyan Petrov .
I was 37 when leukaemia struck me down in 2003 - it was a bolt out of the blue.
The first couple of days was a complete shock. It felt like I was in a dark tunnel. But it was the time to take in as much information and listen to professionals, doctors and nurses to see how to go forward. I put my trust and life in their hands.
My condition - chronic myeloid leukaemia - was slightly different to the acute leukaemia that Petrov has been diagnosed with.

The cancer I had gave me a bit more time to work out what lay ahead. It becomes very black and white.
At first, I was given three months to live and then with treatment, it was extended to three years. I was then able to have a successful had a stem cell transplant.
What goes on in the next couple of days is important for Petrov.
With it being acute, it's a more aggressive form of leukaemia which is common in his age group. The treatment starts as soon as you go into hospital and there will be people running around him.
He seems to be such a delightful guy. I'd like to wish him and his family all the best.
This country is a leading light when it comes to research into blood cancers.
He's a fit young man and everyone will give him the best chance and put him on road to recovery as soon as possible.
The success rates are getting better and better every year. We should never stop campaigning for better treatment and funding. When stories like this hit the news it highlights the cause.
I'm always at the end of the phone for anybody with this illness.
Geoff Thomas was speaking to BBC World Service and BBC Radio 5 live.

[andyh]

I was as shocked as everyone else when I heard the sad news yesterday. I am positive that if Stan fights this with just half the effort he puts in every week, he'll be better in no time.
Get well soon skip.

[Breezeblock]

Met Stan in Bulgaria 2008. He is one of the nicest people I have met.  I wish him a speedy recovery. Desperately sad news.

[JUAN PABLO]

Its weird what you wish for .

As I walked into my office yesterday and the news came on . It is normally current affairs first and then the sports news.
All  heard was Aston Villa first in the main news in the first two words , my head was going , they have sacked him , they have sacked him , until the rest of the news came out .   I sank into my chair and said to myself , the words most people on here would have said.     

What a shock .   



p.s   Stan is one of the fighters in the team  .   He will fight this.

[JUAN PABLO]

I had loads of messages from Rangers fans who I have made friends with through the music business . They really hate Celtic , like you would expect , but sent me fantastic messages about Stan last night.

[philthebar]

Words can't express it.

Fight it!

Good luck Stan!

[clogger]

Terrible news

Get well soon Stan

[Steve kirk]

I am shocked and saddened by this terrible news about Stan, my thoughts are with him and his family which includes us Vllains who care about him so much.

[aussiebadger]

Devastated for Stan and his family. As someone who has been touched multiple times by this bastard of a disease, I know what they will be going through now.

I'm sure it has been asked and apologies if it has already been answered, but what is the best way to send a personal note to Stan?

Is it best to email the club directly and ask them to pass it on?

The good news is that I know that he and his family will fight this.

Up the Villa

[SteveN]

Prayers and thoughts with Stan and his family - keep strong and keep fighting.

[mrfuse]

Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?

Very sad news but totally understandable

[Dave]

Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?

Very sad news but totally understandable

Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.

[Monty]

Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?

Very sad news but totally understandable

Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.

If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.