Former Manchester City forward Uwe Rosler has told the Swedish media the club’s fans inspired him in his fight against cancer.
The German became a cult hero during his time with Manchester City, but in 2003 was diagnosed with cancer, five years after leaving the club.
Speaking to Sport Bladet, the Malmo coach was asked about his battle with the disease: “When you hear 50,000 sing your name and you’re lying in a hospital bed fighting for your life… then your heart is broken in a positive way, or your heart warms, maybe one should say. The talk and the song definitely inspired me and the smallest positive inspiration you get at such a time, you are always grateful for.”
He added: “Manchester City really helped me and my family through the disease. The club is and will always be a big part of my life.”
Rosler signed for Manchester City in 1994 from FC Nurnberg and quickly became a favourite with the Maine Road faithful. He played over 150 league games for the English side, scoring 50 goals. However, he returned to Germany when the club dropped down to the 3rd tier in 1998.
Since retiring from football in 2004, the 49 year old has managed a number of clubs and has had spells in England with the likes of Wigan Athletic and Leeds United.
Over the summer Rosler was installed as manager of Swedish champions Malmo.
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