Cherries midfielder Brooks reveals he has recovered from cancer

Bournemouth midfielder David Brooks has announced that he is cancer-free.

The Welsh international, 24, had been undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with stage two Hodgkin lymphoma last October.

Brooks has now revealed that the treatment has been successful and his doctors informed him of the positive results last week.

Writing on Twitter, Brooks said: “It has been a few months since my last update and in that time I have thankfully completed my cancer treatment. 

“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 of 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.

“The lads at Bournemouth have had an excellent season so far and I am looking forward to being back at the Vitality [Stadium] to cheer the team on as we head into the most important fixtures of the season.

“I am determined to work my hardest over the months ahead and I can’t wait to be back out there and playing in front of you on the pitch in the not so distant future.”

The Cherries are currently locked in a battle for promotion from the Championship and host third-placed Nottingham Forest in a huge game tonight.