DAVID BROOKS was given a rapturous applause by Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest fans on the day he revealed he has won his battle with cancer.
The Wales and Cherries midfielder, 24, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma in October.
After a meeting with the specialist last week, Brooks says his treatment has been successful and he is now cancer-free after being given the all-clear.
Brooks tweeted: “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 the incredible medical staff.
“Last week I met with my specialist having reviewed my final test results.
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“I was 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.”
Brooks was in the crowd at the Vitality Stadium for Tuesday’s huge Championship promotion decider.
And loud applause rung around the ground in the seventh minute – to mark his squad number.
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Following the illness, now Brooks will start his recovery to get back to match action for club and country.
Brooks added: “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 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. Thank you again.”
