As the clock ticks down to Stan Bowles Day on Saturday, a GoFundMe page has been set up to provide fans with the chance to show their support for the legendary former R's star, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

Since news broke earlier this summer regarding the 66 year-old’s ill-health, the outpouring of affection and support for the popular maverick – who made 315 appearances for the Hoops, scoring 97 goals between 1972 and 1979 – has been quite overwhelming.

The Bowles family are encouraging supporters to split their donation between the GoFundMe account – for Stans daily welfare and ongoing care – and the Just Giving Alzheimer’s Society page, supporting the UK's leading dementia support and research charity, to help raise awareness of the condition.

Tracy Bowles, Stan’s daughter, told www.qpr.co.uk: “Raising awareness of Alzheimer’s is so important to the family.

On the ball: Bowles takes on Nottingham Forest in 1972

“We’ve seen how it can affect a loved one and we want to raise as much money as possible so everyone is fully aware of the condition and the impact it can have.

“QPR is Stanley’s club, and the support we’ve had from everyone connected to Rangers and the Trust has been incredible over the last few days.

“There are some basic needs that are essential for Stan and the family in terms of his daily welfare – and working with the trust, we can hopefully improve his quality of day-to-day living and future care.

“I can’t thank everyone enough for their support so far – it just goes to show what a wonderful club QPR is.”

Ruling the roost: Bowles against Arsenal in 1975

The GoFundMe account has been set-up with the help of the PFA – as the clock ticks down to Stan Bowles Day on Saturday, when Loftus Road plays host to QPR versus Rotherham United in the Sky Bet Championship.

There will be various other opportunities to donate throughout the coming days, including bucket collections; a special tribute programme; and various Superstore offers!

PFA Chief Executive, Gordon Taylor OBE, said: “We are very pleased to play our part in supporting Stan. Stan is one of the game’s greatest characters and finest players of his generation. Many thanks in advance to all those who contribute to two such worthy causes.”

To donate to the Stan Bowles GoFundMe account, visit http://www.gofundme.com/StanBowles and to donate to the Alzheimer’s Society, visit https://www.justgiving.com/stanbowlesday.