Kevin Campbell battling 'health challenges'

One man who I'm sure every single Evertonian will be united about: Super Kevin Campbell.

If it's true he's in very poor health right now, then let's all shut our eyes and try and generate enough affection for him to get better.

Praying for Kev.

My brother, who was a Youth player at Everton circa 40 years ago, got to know him via Twitter and they have ran a couple of podcasts on Kev's YouTube channel.

I had the pleasure of meeting him on a personal level at the Winslow before the Arsenal game and spending real time in his company. My brother prides himself on the fact Kev refers to him as a mate and maintains regular contact.

A massive presence, an absolute gentleman, and had time for everyone. Please get well soon Kev

Tony, there's definitely a Kevin Campbell that is mentioned as suffering from kidney issues.

But that's a totally different person. Hope it's just social media rumour re our Kevin and good luck to the other one...

A player who joined us in the midst of a relegation battle with a few games to go.

Sound familiar?

I was away, so had to watch the Anfield derby on TV when he put that goal in right in front of the Kop.

The next morning I was briefing a senior Officer. My mischievous juniors had put a sign on top of the display screen reading "Everton win, Liverpool lose".

When it came to questions, he asked me what it meant, so I had to explain. He smiled!!!

Best wishes to Kevin. He made an impact on the pitch and also with the supporters.

If this is true, it is terrible news.

I have a quick search on google. There are only two media outlets reporting this:- Scotlands Daily Record... and the ever accurate Liverpool Echo.

There is a bloke who was featured 11 years ago on YouTube called Kevin Campbell. A Canadian.

Grand Old Team has an article from February 2024 saying that he had been or was in poor health back then.

Other sites related to teams including such as Arsenal and Grimsby seem to be as confused but sending good luck, love and wishes etc. No one mentions a hospital that he is in and no formal confirmation.

I hope it is not true. Kidney failure is horrendous. Kev the Man is a True Blue Legend. Hope you are well, Old Boy.

The Mirror now carrying the Echo story linked in the OP... which is not too surprising as they are both from the same stable: Reach.

They seem to imply that The Echo verified he was indeed admitted to hospital.

Get yourself well soon, Super Kev.

Vastly underrated striker right throughout his career but he was consistently very very good for this club despite suffering injuries at key moments.

I still recall to this day in 1999-2000, Kev's injury being the component to us having a poor end to that season

Hope he pulls through this.He was called Super Kev for a good reason.Great human being and great footballer.

Love and support from us all.

This is awful news, hopefully he can get through this.

He saved us in those 6 games and was even better in the first half of the next season and then suffered a bad knee injury and, whilst never the same player, he was still a good striker and an absolute bargain.

He always has a nice word to say about Everton and I have seen several people say he is an absolute gentleman and all round nice fella when he is out and about.

God bless Super Kev.

It's not our Kevin CampbellHello Everyone,

It is with a heavy heart that I am writing you this message. As you may or may not be aware, my dad, Kevin Campbell, is currently fighting for his life.

On August 13, 2023, the family couldn't get a hold of him at all. After many texts and phone calls we received no response. We knew he was in Pennsylvania, USA somewhere dropping off a load for work but not sure where.

After my mom, Tracey Campbell, made a lot of phone calls we found that he was in the Leigh Valley Hospital. He had called the ambulance to get him at the truck yard where he was dropping off.

The doctor told us that if he had waited another 24 hours that he would have not made it. Unfortunately, the damage was already done. They said that he has influenza A with Pneumonia and a bacterial infection. He is currently in a coma on a ventilator on his belly in bed.

His lungs, liver, and kidneys have been failing. He has a temperature of over 104 degrees which they cannot get down or know where that is coming from. He is experiencing kidney failure which the hospital has been treating with dialysis but it hasn't worked yet.

With that being said, I understand the situation and know that this can be such a financial burden of stress waiting for him when he gets out.

Correct, Mike.

He is ill and was very poorly last week, but that's as far as its accuracy goes.

The latest update from Kevin's cousin is that he is aware of the rumours but he has said in his latest message that they are just that.

Any statements around the health of @1kevincampbell haven't come from his family. They are either false or relate to somebody else.

Kevin is currently facing some health challenges, but is battling them with his customary strength. Any updates will come from either Kev or the family.

Danny not sure what to believe. The latest rumour is that it's not ‘our' Kevin Campbell.

An ice hockey player with the same name allegedly.

Still very very sad I know.

Jay,

Yes, Mike Hayes es explaining that it is his dad, same name Kevin Campbell, who is seriously ill.

I sincerely hope both Kevin Campbells make a full recovery.

I've never met the second one but thoughts and prayers for him and his family as well as our Super Kev and whatever is ailing him. As Tony Abraham's correctly said he's a guy all Evertonians love.

What a player he was for us.

Sincerely hope these rumours aren't true but I'm hearing all sorts from different people.

A Cockney lad but now regards himself as an Evertonian and never heard him say a bad word about the club or the fans, unlike some, hey, Anthony?

If, and it is a big If, it's true, get well soon, Kev, because, as Tony A said, there's not a blue that doesn't like you.

Andy

The thing I like about Kev is that he seems to have the same level of respect for Everton as Arsenal — eg the club where he grew up. Granted he played very well for Forest and WBA, also Tranzonspor although the scum bag owner ruined the latter. But he seems really loyal to Everton. I always felt like he was unlucky with injuries. He and Saha were both guys who when fit scored regularly for us. Unfortunately both had recurring injuries. Post playing career he seems like a smart level headed fair minded guy.

It’s amazing when you consider that boring boring Arsenal under Graham nabbed a fellow named Ian Wright who was ruthless enough they could cash in on the young Campbell and Andy Cole — who ironically also had a major kidney issue. That era too also yielded the talented David Rocastle who died tragically as a young man.

Kieran, you mention two players that bring up a few thoughts.

Allegedly, Saha wouldn't play unless he was 100% fit. some would call that a lack of desire, others would say sensible.

And Ian Wright. There was a period when seemingly just couldn't stop scoring against Everton. We must have been his favourite team to play against.

Danny 35

Fergie said Saha wouldn’t play unless he was 110% fit. Always made me laugh that one.

Whereas you had idiots like me Phil, who would put tiger balm on his back and hamstrings to get through the pain!!

Top tip. if you use tiger balm or deep heat, be sure to wash your hands properly before the pre-match pee and don't rub your eyes!!

And then go home hardly able to move for a day and get told off!!

Wishing you all the best Kevin.Hope you will get treatment that will help.Good Luck and get well soon.Mike sorry to hear what you are going through.Good Luck to you as well.

Kevin Campbell is important.