Former professional footballer Dean Windass has been diagnosed with stage two dementia.
At this stage, individuals may experience subtle memory lapses, such as forgetting everyday phrases or names and misplacing important objects like eyeglasses or car keys.
Windass, renowned for his contributions to clubs including Hull City, Aberdeen, and Bradford City, enjoyed a prolific career as a striker.
He is perhaps best remembered for his pivotal role in Hull City's promotion to the Premier League in 2008, scoring a remarkable volley in the Championship play-off final against Bristol City.
In light of his diagnosis, Windass has joined a growing number of former footballers advocating for increased awareness and support regarding the link between professional football and neurodegenerative diseases.