Bournemouth star David Brooks reveals he is cancer free and clear to continue career

Brooks revealed the ‘incredible’ news on social media (Getty Images)

Bournemouth and Wales midfielder David Brooks has revealed he is cancer free and has been given the all clear to continue his football career.

Brooks, 24, was diagnosed with stage two Hodgkin lymphoma, a rare form of cancer, in October last year.

“It has been a few months since my last update and in that time I have thankfully completed my cancer treatment,” Brooks said in a message posted on Twitter. “I would like to say a huge thank you to all of the incredible medical staff for their amazing work and support throughout the process.

“Last week I met with my specialist having reviewed my final test results. I am delighted to say the treatment was successful and I can now say that I have been given the all clear and am now cancer free.

“Those words feel incredible to say and I am so thankful for all your messages and good wishes, these really helped me through the tough times. I am so excited to start the journey back to full fitness and continuing my football career.”

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