Club Statement

Gretna Football Club are pleased to report that owner Brooks Mileson has been released from hospital.

Brooks was admitted to the Cumberland Infirmary eleven days ago after collapsing at his home near Carlisle.

He was transferred to Newcastle General Hospital where scans revealed a brain infection. He has since been treated with steroids and antibiotics and is expected to make a full recovery.

“Treatment will continue for some time and he must have complete rest over the next few weeks,” said his son, Craig.

“He has made a lot of progress recently and we are confident he will continue to improve.”

“We would like to thank the staff at both hospitals for their diligence and care in treating Brooks and everyone for their kind messages of support during this difficult time.”