Former Swansea City player Len Johnrose has died aged 52 following a battle with motor neurone disease.
The versatile defensive midfielder played for a host of sides during his career, including hometown club Preston North End, Blackburn Rovers, Hartlepool United, Bury and Burnley. Johnrose joined Swansea in January 2003 and swiftly established himself as a key figure at the Vetch Field.
He played a prominent role as Swansea preserved their Football League status in dramatic fashion by beating Hull City 4-2 on the final day of the 2002/03 season, with Johnrose netting to add to a famous hat-trick from James Thomas.
He made a total of 44 appearances for the Swans before re-joining Burnley prior to the conclusion of the 2003/04 campaign.
Johnrose was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in March 2017 and recently opened up on his struggles with the rare condition.
But on Monday, August 15, it was confirmed that the former Swan had tragically passed away.
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"We are heartbroken to tell you that our leader, Len Johnrose passed away this morning," the Len Johnrose Trust wrote on their official Twitter account.
"Len was an incredibly proud husband and father. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very sad time."
Part of a Swansea City statement read: "Lenny will be sorely and sadly missed by everyone at Swansea City, and the club sends its sincerest condolences to his family and friends at this incredibly sad time.
"As a mark of respect, there will be a minute’s applause before our home fixture against Millwall on Tuesday evening, and our players will wear black armbands."
