Man United legend, Edwin van der Sar suffers Brain Haemorrhage

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has been admitted to the hospital after experiencing a cerebral haemorrhage, confirmed by his current club Ajax. The Dutch football legend is currently in the Intensive Care Unit and is in stable condition.

According to reports from Dutch news outlet De Telegraaf, the 52-year-old suffered the brain haemorrhage while on vacation in Croatia. He was immediately airlifted to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.

The news of van der Sar’s hospitalization has sent shockwaves throughout the footballing community, as fans and colleagues express their concern and send messages of support.

Ajax released a statement on Twitter regarding van der Sar’s condition, stating, “On Friday, Edwin van der Sar experienced bleeding around his brain. He is currently in the hospital’s intensive care unit and is in stable condition. Further updates will be provided once there is more concrete information. Everyone at Ajax wishes Edwin a speedy recovery. We’re thinking of you.”

This unfortunate incident comes just weeks after van der Sar announced his decision to step down from his role as Ajax’s CEO. The Amsterdam club had previously confirmed that he would remain in the position until August 1 to ensure a smooth transition.

In May, when revealing his departure, van der Sar stated,

“After almost eleven years on the board, I am done. We have experienced wonderful things together, but it has also been an incredibly tough period. I am very grateful for the people I have met and worked with during my second career at Ajax and what we have achieved and been through together. I feel the need to take some distance, to get some rest, and to do other things. It doesn’t feel good to make decisions about the future of this wonderful club in the coming period. That is why I have decided to resign.”

Upon hearing the news of van der Sar’s health condition, numerous supporters and football organizations expressed their support and well wishes.

The official FIFA Twitter account posted, “Wishing you a speedy recovery, Edwin,” while the Serie A account added, “Get well soon, Edwin. The entire world is thinking of you.” The Premier League tweeted, “All our thoughts are with you, Edwin,” accompanied by a praying emoji.

Edwin van der Sar enjoyed an illustrious career as a goalkeeper, including successful spells at Juventus and Fulham before his legendary tenure at Manchester United.

He is highly regarded for his contributions to both club and international football and remains an esteemed figure within the sport. As the football community sends its thoughts and prayers to van der Sar, they hope for his swift recovery and return to good health.