A FORMER Reading FC player has been diagnosed with early stages of bowel cancer.
Angus Macdonald, 26, plays for Hull City, who announced the sad news today.
He started his football career in the Academy at Reading.
In a statement, Hull City said: "Angus has shown great strength of character in the way he has reacted to this news.
"The whole Tigers family join together in showing Angus continued love and will support him in his recovery.
"His physical and mental wellbeing are our number one priority at this moment in time.
"The club kindly requests that supporters and the media respect the privacy of Angus and his family at this time.
"Please also note that any further updates on his progress will be provided by the club."
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β Tomβπ»π (@TomGriff87) September 4, 2019
Club Statement: Angus MacDonald.
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β Hull City (@HullCity) September 4, 2019
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Fans have wished him a speedy recovery.
Jesus, awful news but youβve got this @Angus_Mac15 and weβre all behind you πͺπ€π§‘
β Mike Yardley (@MikeHull84) September 4, 2019
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