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.
