Former Bradford City and Liverpool footballer Stephen Darby has spoken out about his ongoing battle with motor neuron disease.
The 31-year-old right back was forced to retire last year after being diagnosed with the neurodegenerative disease, announcing his retirement in September 2018, only 14 months after he joined Bolton Wanderers.
Following his diagnosis, he has set up the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation, a charity which was officially launched at an event at Anfield yesterday.
Darby set up the foundation with close friend Chris Rimmer, a former soldier diagnosed with the disease in 2014 and who has since lost the use of his arms and legs.
Speaking on his battle, the former Red and Bantam said: “I had so many questions and the doctor didn’t give me answers.
“The medical professionals don’t give you any information. Coming away from that diagnosis was tough because you’re left on your own.
“For Rimmer to get in touch like that speaks volumes for him as a person.
“We both had the same mindset to try and be positive and help not just ourselves but everyone else going through it.”
The Darby Rimmer MND Foundation has raised close to £400,000 already, with Bradford’s sell-out pre-season friendly against Liverpool at Valley Parade in July brining in £275,000.
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