CHRIS Kamara says he has been overwhelmed by the incredible public support he has received after revealing his health issues.

The former Bradford City player and manager revealed that he has apraxia of speech, a disorder which affects the way a person connects speech messages from their brain to their mouth.

He was prompted to post an initial message on social media after viewers of Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday became concerned over his speech as he broadcasted from the League One clash between Rotherham United and Shrewsbury Town.

 

Speaking live on today’s Good Morning Britain, ‘Kammy’ said: “Today is a good day for me. I think I’m fine. I don’t know how I sound. I’m not sure how it comes out.

“At times I slur the words as well. People are thinking ‘is he all right? Is he drunk? And what’s wrong with him?’ “It’s been incredible. I never, in a million years, expected that response. Everyone has been brilliant and so kind. Can I thank everybody for that.”

Kamara, who added he is working with a speech therapist, revealed ITV’s Ninja Warrior UK, which he co-hosts with Ben Shepherd and Rochelle Humes, is returning to TV screens after a three-year break.