“If my Uncle Justin were alive I know he would have been one of the first people to have contacted Jake to offer his support and best wishes. 'First and foremost this is an important moment for Jake, and it is wonderful to see that his friends and his family have been so supportive. 'We hope that football will join us in celebrating Jake's news and take proactive steps to ensure that he receives the support he deserves, from players, fans, clubs and the football authorities.'Īmal Fashanu, the founder of the Justin Fashanu Foundation - which was set up in memory of Justin and helps tackle racism and prejudice in the game - said: “The Justin Fashanu Foundation would like to commend Jake for the immense bravery he has shown today by taking this step in making his sexuality public. 'There have previously been players who felt that they had no place in the game as out gay men during their playing careers, but Jake is showing the world that you can be yourself. The Football vs Homophobia organisation added: 'Football v Homophobia would like to congratulate Jake on taking this step to share his authentic self in the men's professional game, especially at such a young age. Blackpool have praised Daniels for the bravery he has shown
