Ex-Liverpool and Newcastle defender Jose Enrique announced that he has been given the all-clear after a rare brain tumour.

The Spaniard sustained several injuries in the twilight of his career, forcing him to retire at the age of 33 in September 2017. But he later revealed that he was also diagnosed with a life-threatening tumour in his brain.

After several radiotherapy sessions and a lengthy recovery process, Enrique was finally given the all-clear. The former defender took to social media to express his happiness.

“Hello guys, I just have some wonderful news today,” Enrique told his social media followers.

“I just got back the report from the MRI I had just a week and a half ago.

“I just wanted to let you know, because the support from all of you has been amazing, that it’s all clear, all perfect. Obviously when I received the news, me and Amy were together and even the dog, I think, understood it as well – and we’re so happy about it.

“I can look forward now, not back anymore and just keep fighting. So it’s all clear and perfect. Thank you, guys.”