Watch: Son of former Exeter City footballer who died of cancer takes father’s retired jersey number

Adam Stansfield died when he was 31, while still an Exeter City player. His son Jay has made a loan move to the club and dons the No 9 shirt that was retired.

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Sep 04, 2022 · 12:38 pm Updated Sep 04, 2022 · 01:17 pm

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Exeter, Hereford and Yeovil striker Adam Stansfield lost his battle with cancer 12 years ago at the age of 31

Yesterday, his 19-year-old son Jay joined Exeter City on loan from Fulham, and has been handed his father's retired #9 shirt 🙌 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/YL8zC7vLAZ
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