Wales and Bournemouth midfielder David Brooks has revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer.
In a statement the 24-year-old said he has been diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma and will begin treatment next week.
Brooks, who has won 21 Wales caps, has played nine times for Championship side Bournemouth this season.
"This is a very difficult message for me to write," said Brooks in a statement.
"I have been diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma and will begin a course of treatment next week.
"Although this has come as a shock to myself and my family, the prognosis is a positive one and I am confident that I will make a full recovery and be back playing as soon as possible.