Peterborough United legend has been overwhelmed by the response of the football family since his serious illness was diagnosed

Robson has become frustrated with the physical restrictions the disease has caused, but he’s been lifted emotionally by the reaction of his former clubs.

The 75 year-old made his medical diagnosis public in September, 2019. The response from the clubs he played for Northampton Town, Newcastle United, Chelsea and Posh was rapid and generous.

Robson said: “The response from the public to my problems has been great,” Robson said. “And the response from the football world has been overwhelming. They and my family have really helped to keep me going.

“I am frustrated by what I can’t do any more, but I’ve been overwhelmed by how kind everyone has been.

“Ron ‘Chopper’ Harris, Bobby Tambling and John Hollins from Chelsea have all been in touch and I’ve been to see them in London.

“Bobby Moncur (former Newcastle skipper) invites me to his box at St James Park and the club put me and the wife up in the Hilton when we go up there, and Graham Carr at Northampton has invited me over there when we can arrange it.

“And Barry Fry (Posh director of football) rings me regularly which always cheers me up even when he’s swearing a lot! Bert Murray (former Posh and Chelsea player) is a big mate of mine and he’s been great and Keith Oakes (former Posh player and physio) is in touch all the time.

“It’s very emotional for me to have so many people showing so much concern. It’s the same when I’m out and about in town. I can’t thank everyone enough.”

Robson, who still lives in Peterborough, was the first inductee to the Posh Hall of Fame on October 4, 2008 before a 2-0 League One home win over Leeds United.

He is Posh’s record Football League appearance maker with 559 and he is the second highest scorer with 128 goals.

“It was an honour to be named in the Posh Hall of Fame and brilliant to be the first one,” Robson added.

“I love Posh. It’s my club and the relationship I still have with the fans is wonderful.

“I was proud to represent the club and pleased that we had some success in my time.

“I wouldn’t change the way my career went. It was a bit iffy for me at Posh at first, but it turned out to be a fantastic part of my life.

“I still have the Freedom of Peterborough presentation to look forward to when this crisis passes. They are going to give me the keys to the city, but I might ask if they can give me the keys to Barclays and Lloyds Banks as well!”