RAY WILKINS IN COMA
Former England captain Ray Wilkins is seriously ill after suffering a cardiac arrest.
The 61 year-old is said to have been placed in an induced coma after falling and hitting his head after suffering the heart attack at home in Cobham, Surrey, on Wednesday.
“He’s in hospital, he’s had a cardiac arrest and is in intensive care,” Wilkins’ wife, Jackie,
“He is not in a good state at all, I’m afraid. He’s critically ill. The cardiac arrest led to a fall which has meant he’s had to be put in an induced coma. It’s very, very bad.”
Wilkins, who played for Chelsea, Manchester United, QPR and Glasgow Rangers during his illustrious career, had previously been given the all-clear after undergoing a double heart bypass operation last July.
A winner of 84 England caps, Wilkins - known in the game as 'Butch' - played for 12 sides and was on the coaching staff of several more, but is commonly associated with Chelsea.
He started his career there and spent six years with the Blues, while also having numerous stints as assistant manager. On one occasion, he led the side on a caretaker basis.
We can confirm that Ray Wilkins is currently being treated at St George’s Hospital, and his condition is critical. His family have asked for privacy at this time, and we are tweeting this update with their agreement.
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