Tuesday, October 4, 2016
Ex-Cameroon defender taken to hospital after cerebral aneurysm
The former Liverpool, West Ham United and Cameroon defender Rigobert Song is reportedly fighting for his life after being rushed to hospital in Yaounde.
The 40-year-old is the uncle of former Arsenal, West Ham United and Charlton Athletic midfielder Alex.
The family member also said the 40-year-old was "unconscious" when he was taken to Yaounde Central Hospital.
On Monday, the hospital's Emergency Centre director said Song will be flown to France for further treatment.
Song played 137 times for his country and had spells with English clubs Liverpool and West Ham.
He has been working as a coach for Cameroon's football federation following his departure as Chad coach.
Former Cameroon team-mate Samuel Eto'o tweeted in French: "I wish you courage and a speedy recovery big brother."
