Former Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks had died at the age of 79, his family have announced.

A statement was released on Sunday confirming the American businessman died surrounded by his family in Dallas.

“Of everything he accomplished in his remarkable life, Tom Hicks' most cherished title was, ‘Dad’,” his family said in a statement.

“No matter the trials and tribulations he faced in life, he was constant in his generosity and love for his family.

“He remains a guiding force for our family, and we are deeply honoured to continue expanding his legacy. Although we are devastated by this loss, we are profoundly grateful to have been his children.”

Hicks co-owned Liverpool for three-and-a-half years alongside George Gillett.

He acquired a 50 per cent stake in Liverpool in 2007.

He had h

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