This is sad news. I’m a hull fc fan and rob burrow is not only one of the best players I’ve seen but the toughest. I’m sure he will approach this in the same way as he played. Head on full tilt.. I’m not sure if he reads this but if he does he should contact Doddie Wier. He will point him in the right direction. All the best

Nobody deserves this - such a terrible blow for him and his young family - let's hope the condition can be managed in the most appropriate way and that everyone gives him the space, dignity and respect he has earned.

I'm in bits just seen his video segment for ITV.

Quote KaeruJim="KaeruJim"I'm in bits just seen his video segment for ITV.'" I’ve seen a short clip on Twitter, I’m not sure I’ll make it through the full interview, absolutely heartbreaking. Clip here for anyone that wants to watch it but it’s not an easy watch at all. https://twitter.com/bbclooknorth/status ... 72704?s=21

Quote KaeruJim="KaeruJim"I'm in bits just seen his video segment for ITV.'" I’ve seen a short clip on Twitter, I’m not sure I’ll make it through the full interview, absolutely heartbreaking. Clip here for anyone that wants to watch it but it’s not an easy watch at all. https://twitter.com/bbclooknorth/status ... 72704?s=21

Robbie, You have given us your very best always. Our prayers are all with you at this sad time.

The wife has watched the interview. I'm holding back the tears just reading the forum. I've a photo of him and Brent Webb with my first born. He's 9 now. Am devastated for the family.

Quote christopher="christopher"I’ve seen a short clip on Twitter, I’m not sure I’ll make it through the full interview, absolutely heartbreaking. Clip here for anyone that wants to watch it but it’s not an easy watch at all. https://twitter.com/bbclooknorth/status ... 72704?s=21'" Jesus Christ the poor lad. Absolutely heart wrenching.

Quote christopher="christopher"I’ve seen a short clip on Twitter, I’m not sure I’ll make it through the full interview, absolutely heartbreaking. Clip here for anyone that wants to watch it but it’s not an easy watch at all. https://twitter.com/bbclooknorth/status ... 72704?s=21'" Jesus Christ the poor lad. Absolutely heart wrenching.

Ive been very fortunate since Rob became academy coach to build a good relationship with Rob. We speak after games and chat on twitter from time to time.

I spoke to him on Tuesday and Rob seems fine in himself with the words he used but its obviously devastating for everyone. Ive been numb and heart broken since finding out.

Rob would want us to celebrate the great memories we all have of him.

I remember seeing him make his academy debut at St Helens as a schoolboy and laughing when he came off the bench. I said to Bob Pickles a week later how the new lads looked good but what was that little lad all about? Bob said "he will be the best of the lot". Give over i said hes no chance.

Well shows what I know eh? He was a Champion and still is.

They say never meet your heroes but Rob shows thats complete nonsense.

Lets start telling our stories and memories of Rob to cheer us all up eh? A true legend of our great club.

Heart breaking news, Robby was my absolute hero, a man of little statue but with a champions heart. I am sure he will fight this disease with the same vigour that he played. Send all my best wishes to his young family

Just saw the news on Look North together with my wife, both of us speechless and in tears. Have watched the Rhinos for 50 years and never seen a player with a bigger heart. Who can forget his Man of the Match performance at Old Trafford? Best wishes to Rob and the family.

I remember seeing him warm up for his 1st team debut, and thought he was the mascot! Without doubt the best pound for pound player I've ever seen.