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Newcastle's English Manager Kevin Keegan gestures during their Premier League match against West Ham at Upton Park, East London on April 26, 2008. [Glyn Kirk]

Former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan has died aged 75 after battling cancer, his family announced on Monday.

Keegan, regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation, was diagnosed with stage four cancer and underwent treatment in January.

He became one of only four Englishmen to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award during a glittering playing career, while his colourful time as a manager included reviving Newcastle.