By Anthony Hay for MailOnline
Published: 16:25 GMT, 16 January 2019 | Updated: 16:44 GMT, 16 January 2019
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Jose Enrique has revealed in an emotional interview that he was 'scared s***less' when he found out he had a brain tumour.
The 32-year-old former Newcastle and Liverpool defender found out he had the condition in May 2018 after he started to see lights while speaking to Chris Hughton.
Enrique, speaking to Marca, said: 'I was in a meeting with Brighton's coach and I started seeing lights and lights. I knew something was happening.
Jose Enrique smiles and points to a bald spot on his head alongside partner Amy in Paris
Ex-Liverpool defender Enrique has revealed images of his treatment for a brain tumour
The retired full back has been undergoing proton therapy to try and recover from the condition
Clubs: Levante, Valencia, Celta Vigo (loan), Villarreal, Newcastle, Liverpool, Real Zaragoza
Appearances: 355
Goals: 4
Honours: League Cup (Liverpool, 2011-12)
'When they give you the news you are scared s***less. After that you value everything more, my life changed for the good.
'I surprised myself at how positive I was, but of course there were bad days. It has been fundamental to surround myself with my people and people who love me.'
When asked about the operation itself, Enrique added: 'It was very high risk. Luckily I put myself in the hands of the healthcare system and later I had to risk a new treatment in Paris, proton therapy. As a