Former Leeds United footballer Aaron Lennon detained under Mental Health Act

Former Leeds United footballer Aaron Lennon has been detained under the Mental Health Act amid concern for his welfare.

The 30-year-old, who has 21 caps for England, was taken to hospital on Sunday to be assessed after officers were called to a road in Salford.

His current club Everton said he was being treated for a "stress-related illness" and his representative urged him to "stay strong".

The footballer last played for Everton as a substitute in the goalless draw at Middlesbrough on February 11.

The Leeds-born star made 43 appearances for his hometown club before being sold to Tottenham in the summer of 2005.

He went on to make more than 360 appearances for Spurs before making the switch to Goodison Park for a reported £4m in September 2015.

The footballing community as well as his representative, Base Soccer Agency, have wished him well.