Former Liverpool and Newcastle United defender Jose Enrique has announced he has the all-clear following treatment to remove a brain tumour.

The Spaniard, 32, was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour in May 2018.

But he uploaded a video to his Instagram tonight to reveal the great news that his MRI scan showed he was in the clear.

He wrote alongside the video: "So guys, today I have received the best news!

"My surgeon Dr Simal has called me up after receiving my recent MRI results.

"He has confirmed and given me the all clear! The area is clean and looking amazing he said.

"So now onwards and upwards! Thank you all again for all of your support throughout it all."