Blackpool striker Jake Daniels (17) is the first active British professional footballer to openly admit his homosexuality. The teenager receives support and backing from all sides.
He wants to encourage others: The FC Blackpool player Jake Daniels admits to being gay in a public statement. As reported by The Mirror, the 17-year-old striker is the first active British footballer to publicly come out about his sexuality. Daniels hopes his decision will encourage others.
“Ready to be myself”: “I’ve been thinking for a long time about how I want to do it and when I want to do it. I know now is the right time. I’m ready to be myself, to be free and to deal with everything with confidence,” says the 17-year-old.
Support from all sides: His club also supports Daniels in his decision: “Blackpool Football Club support Jake and are incredibly proud that he has reached the point in his life where he is both on and off the pitch can be himself.”
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