Former Shaymen loanee David Brooks reveals he has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma


The 24-year-old Welsh international, who plays in the Championship for Bournemouth, made his professional debut for Halifax, making five appearances and scoring once on loan under Neil Aspin during the 2015-16 season.
Posting on Twitter, Brooks said he will begin a course of treatment next week but has received a positive prognosis and is confident he will make a full recovery and be back playing as soon as possible.
On Twitter, FC Halifax Town said: “Everyone at #FCHT is wishing you all the best in your recovery David.”
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