WREXHAM defender Ben Tozer has revealed the heartbreaking news that his father has died following a brain operation.
The 33-year-old defender confirmed on social media that his dad found out on Saturday he had leukaemia.
Ben Tozer confirmed the tragic news on TuesdayGetty
He underwent a brain operation the following day, but on Monday he tragically passed away.
Tozer said: “On Saturday, I was told my Dad has Leukaemia but it’s treatable.
“On Sunday night, he required a brain operation, which went positively, then last night the unthinkable happened.
“Sadly, all of this happened because he had left it too late.
“Unknowingly, he was masking the fact he was [in] complete agony.
“‘Go and get checked’ we regularly said.
“He was just too scared of what it could be.
“Thank you, Dad. Our last words together will live with me forever.
“I love you. I hope we have all done you proud.”
Responding to Tozer’s statement, Wrexham said: “So sorry to hear this. Our thoughts are with you and your family. ”
And fans of the club offered messages of condolence for the centre-back.
One said: “So sad for Ben and his family. At the same time I admire him sharing and thinking of others.
“Men in particular can avoid going to a GP and hopefully this will make someone think differently.”
Another added: “Condolences on your loss Ben .”
A third replied: “I’ve been there and it ain’t easy. Sending a bunch of love your way, gang.”
And a fourth said: “Awful news, thoughts with Ben and his family .”
Wrexham returned to League Two at the end of last season after 15 years in non-league football.
Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have spearheaded the Welsh side’s upturn in fortunes.
And Wrexham are already favourites to clinch promotion from the fourth tier this season.