The risk of footballers developing dementia is back in the spotlight.
Here, the PA news agency looks at the issue in greater detail.
Lawyers, including top sports advocate Nick De Marco QC, confirmed this week they are working with a group of ex-pros on an action seeking compensation from footballing authorities, understood to include the FA, and to seek reform to better protect and support current and future players.
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