The family of former Liverpool and England star Kevin Keegan announced his death on Monday at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer.

Keegan, considered one of the most prominent players of his generation, was diagnosed with stage four cancer and underwent treatment in January.

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A statement from Keegan's family said: 'With great sadness and sorrow, we announce the death of Kevin Keegan at the age of 75.' The statement added: 'The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was surrounded by his wife and two daughters in his final moments.'

Keegan, the striker known for his vitality and energy on the pitch and nicknamed 'Mighty Mouse,' won the English league title four times with Liverpool between 1971 and 1977, before moving to German club Hamburg in 1977.

He later returned to England to play for Southampton and Newcastle, before entering management.

He led Newcastle to promotion to the Premier League in 1993 and established them among the top teams, with the side nicknamed 'The Entertainers' when they finished runners-up to Manchester United in 1996.

He later managed Fulham (1997-1999), before taking charge of the England national team between 1999 and 2000.

He also spent four years as manager of Manchester City (2001-2005), before ending his coaching career with a brief return to Newcastle in 2008.

The statement continued: 'Kevin, a two-time Ballon d'Or winner, was a dearly beloved husband, father, and grandfather. The family would like to thank the wonderful medical team who oversaw his treatment for all their support.'

It added: 'This is an extremely difficult time for the family, and they ask that their privacy be respected and given the necessary space.'