Towners number nine Jake Cass ruptured his Achilles in a game last month

Jake Cass celebrates another goal for Enfield Town FC

Thousands of pounds have been raised to pay for the surgery of an Enfield Town striker whose season was ended by a serious injury.

Towners number nine Jake Cass ruptured his Achilles in only the second game of the season and, not wanting to spend weeks or months on an NHS waiting list, decided to pay for private surgery in the hope of making a comeback next year.

Teammates Sam Youngs and Scott Thomas launched a fundraiser to cover the cost of the £3,600 medical bill at the start of this week and have already passed the £3,000 mark.

Jake said on Twitter/X that he was “genuinely taken aback by the generosity” and added: “I’m blessed to be a part of such a special football club and have met so many incredible people in the game, you’re all very much appreciated.”

Explaining why he launched the fundraiser, midfielder Sam said: “We are all saddened that Jake won’t be able to grace the football pitch for the rest of season, and we share his own disappointment having to go through yet another long term injury during his career.

“But we know Jake will come through this and we are asking the football community to show our support to help get him back playing.”

He added: “We know Jake will be grateful for any donations, no matter the size, so let’s show our love and support for him, to help get him back to full fitness.”

Donate to help Jake Cass:
Visit gofundme.com/f/help-to-get-jake-cass-back-playing

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