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I dont care about his lifestyle, he gave me and millions of others hours of pleasure watching this man who was a genius with a football. Yes we can all be critical but surely he is entitled to the best hospital treatment. The man was a genius and I didnt support his team but I so admired his talent. He had everything he had pace he could beat a defender on a sixpence! He could head the ball like a top striker.Some of his goals were masterpieces of skill and perception! Most of all what I liked about him was he could tackle as good as any defender. George get well please I will miss you. Davex

My thoughts are with George and his family. Although many think he abused his 2nd chance, as others have said, alcoholism is an illness - all be it self inflicted - as well as an addiction. I too saw George Best play in the 60s - the man was magic and brought pleasure to millions. I saw him closely last year when he was visiting his then girlfriend who lives a few doors from my daughter. Although he obviously has aged, he still has gorgeous twinkling eyes, and when he smiled, the old Bestie magic was still there. I wish him peace and love Sue xx

very well put David George Best greatest player to tread the Old Trafford Turf Hope you pull through George Paul

George and his family and friends are human beings the same as the rest of us who need positive thoughts sent to them. Thinking of them all, Joy

prayers and positve thoughts for George, the greatest footballer. I have a letter of his, from way back when he was still in northern ireland, I will always treasure it. jennifer

nudging for our friends overseas. george is one of our soccer legends,a man who has brought pleasure to millions....he is very ill,and needs our prayers. thank you....bryan.

Hi Karen I didn't mean you or anyone in particular Karen it just made me very sad to hear peeps being so hard on someone who is so ill in more ways than one Kind Regards ,Lara

I pray for George and his family, having a family member die in unimaginable agony i feel for the ones who love him and the ones he loves back. God bless you George x

Hi , Keep up the prayers & positive thoughts for George, below is an update from BBc news Football legend George Best is 'feeling better', his agent has said. Phil Hughes said the former Manchester United star's condition had improved but he will remain in intensive care. Best, 59, was admitted to the Cromwell Hospital, in London, last week with flu-like symptoms and developed a kidney infection on Saturday. His long-term doctor said prescribed drugs needed after his 2002 liver transplant, rather than alcohol abuse, are the cause of his current illness. Mr Hughes said Best had been 'off the drink' before being admitted to the hospital. 'He doesn't want to be an alcoholic,' he added. 'He wants to thank everybody who has sent him well wishes. He's grateful for the support and understands the criticism.' Professor Roger Williams, the doctor in charge of Best's long-term care, said he had become more susceptible to infections after a course of medication to suppress the immune system and prevent his body rejecting the new liver. He also said he hoped the former Northern Ireland international could beat his drinking problems. 'He can do it - he did it before, get off the alcohol,' he told GMTV. 'He has had long spells when he does not drink.' God Bless you George, it's tough Babe but you can do it , Love Suzie XXXX

Keep positive George. Prayers and thoughts, plus a speedy recovery :o) jude sarf wales x

On a positive note, it's amazing what the medical profession can do these days. Anyway, pecker up George. x

I have upmost sympathy for Gerge read my earlier coments but whether George has another drink in his life he will always be an alchoholic! that is the name of his illness. Dave

Just heard that George is not doing so well again this morning. Doctor seemed to be saying that the longer this goes on without improvement, the less likely it is that he will recover. He did say though that there was a small chance still. I'm with the 'there but for the grace of God' people. All the best George. Maz. XX

I'm with you Maz. Thinking of you George and remembering what a genius with a football you were. Jean x.

Hang on in there Georgie xxhugxx

We are all human beings who need support. Sending support to George and his family and friends. Joy

Positive thoughts and prayers for you George - take care jude sarf wales x

Positive, healing thoughts for George & his family. Vivienne

god bless him! he's bleeding internally again,it really doesn't look good. thoughts and prayers to george,and family. bryan.

My thoughts are with him and his family and friends, so very sad! Lib xx