Player’s father, Mike, has disease after own
Football careerFootball Weekly special: how to tackle dementia in gameChris Sutton has launched a stinging criticism of football’s authorities for dragging their feet when it comes to offering financial and practical support to the families of former professionals with dementia.
Speaking on a special episode of the Guardian’s Football Weekly podcast, the former player-turned pundit and campaigner singled out the Professional Footballers’ Association for its procrastination when it comes to helping families of retired players who need round-the-clock care for the incurable, neurodegenerative disease.