By Sebastian Murphy-bates For Mailonline
Published: 08:07 BST, 10 June 2019 | Updated: 09:43 BST, 10 June 2019
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Rangers legend Fernando Ricksen has revealed that a fundraiser this month will be his 'final appearance' after six years battling motor-neurone disease.
In an emotional video filmed from his hospice bed, the 42-year-old ex-Holland player tells his fans it is now 'very difficult' to attend public events.
Speaking through a speech-generating device at St Andrew's Hospice in Airdrie, he says: 'Hello. I'm having a special night on the 28th. "Since it's getting very difficult for me, this will be my final night. Come and make this a night to remember. Hopefully see you soon, Fernando.'
Ricksen was in the Rangers squad from 2000-2006, during which time he won two titles, three League Cups and two Scottish Cups.
An Evening with Fernando Ricksen will be held at GoGlasgow Urban Hotel, with