A number of footballers and figures within the game have sent messages of support to Newcastle United midfielder Jonas Gutierrez after he was diagnosed with testicular cancer.
The 31-year-old, who is back in his native Argentina, revealed this week that he had his left testicle removed after beginning chemotherapy.
Following the news, a number of Gutierrez's former teammates and Premier League clubs have expressed their support towards the player on Twitter.
Below are a selection of tweets from sportsmen rallying behind the player:
"Heard the terrible news about @elgalgojonas Wish him a speedy recovery. Great guy with a great family. My thoughts are with them all x"
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton
"Wish u all the best and speedy recovery for the fight against cancer big man!!! #JonasGutierrez"
Schalke's Kevin-Prince Boateng
"Thoughts & prayers go out to @elgalgojonas! Fight well & stay strong bro!"
Norwich City winger Nathan Redmond
"My thoughts and prayers are with @elgalgojonas and his family stay strong bro."
Reading defender Anton Ferdinand
"So sad to hear of the news about @elgalgojonas stay strong Spider-Man #prayforjonas"
Former Newcastle United player Terry McDermott
