FORMER Huddersfield Giants, Hull FC, Salford Red Devils and St Helens forward Josh Jones has been diagnosed with Stage 2 Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).
The 30-year-old made almost 300 career appearances, with most of those coming in a Salford Red Devils shirt where he registered 114 appearances.
Jones also made almost 100 appearances for St Helens, seven for Hull FC and 51 for Huddersfield.
Jones posted on X: “My friends and family, After a challenging few months I wanted to share that I have been diagnosed with stage 2 Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). 1/2.
“(2/2) The news has come as a shock for me and my family and has brought significant changes to my life and the lives of those closest to me. My family and I appreciate your support through this difficult period.
“Much love
“Josh.”
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