Man United saved me after my father took his own life

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For the latest Trafford news sign up to the MyTrafford newsletter here Losing a parent is devastating for any child, but for James Lindemann losing his father to suicide has had a profound impact throughout his life.

James was just 16 when his father Leo took his own life at the age of 44. It would lead to the teenage James struggling with his own mental health, and by his own admittance he went off the rails.

But he found strength from two uncles, supportive friends and Manchester United’s 'family' of fans - who he credits with pulling him through.

Now, exactly 30 years since his father’s death, James, from Hale, is ready to talk about his experiences in a bid to raise awareness of mental health and prevent further suicides.