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Chelsea and England women striker Fran Kirby to take break from football for an indefinite period due to health struggles

Chelsea and England striker Fran Kirby will take time out from football for an indefinite period as she battles ongoing health struggles.

The 28-year-old, who has not played for club or country since February, spent over nine months on the sidelines after being diagnosed with a heart condition at the end of 2019.

Kirby said on Twitter: 'I'm sad that I have to write to you all another message like this. With this being an on-going issue throughout my career, it was time to put my health first.

Chelsea and England striker Fran Kirby will take time out from football due to health issues

'Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to message, I'm doing everything to try and come back once again.