Five year-old Rochdale supporter Joshua McCormack has died after his battle with a brain tumour.

Joshua was named on the team’s bench for their EFL Trophy tie at Hartlepool in November and was later made an honorary player of the month award by the EFL.

The players also visited him in hospital when he became too ill to attend games

A statement from the club said:

Our thoughts are with his Mum Nicola and his Dad Kevin at this very difficult time. We send Nicola, Kevin and their family our sincerest condolences and love.  

Staff at the club first met Joshua last year and he touched the hearts of everyone. He remained a friend of Dale since then, and in November, the youngster was named in the Rochdale squad to face Hartlepool United.  

The club has also announced that as a mark of respect and in remembrance, Joshua’s squad number, 55, will be retired. 

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