Everton winger 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 club confirmed that he was currently undergoing treatment for a stress-related illness.

Lennon has not featured for the Toffees since 11 February, when he came off the bench at Middlesbrough to make his 13th appearance of the season.

Following a report from the Daily Mail on Tuesday night, Everton released a statement which read: “Aaron Lennon is currently receiving care and treatment for a stress-related illness.

“The club is supporting him through this and his family has appealed for privacy at this time.”

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