It was revealed today that former Newcastle goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek was rushed to hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest whilst running in his native Czech Republic.
The Chronicle, who Pavel often writes for, say that he is currently in an induced coma and in critical condition.
This news comes as a massive shock to all football fans, as Srnicek is aged just 47 and always looks lively. Several of his former teammates and current footballers have spoken out about the situation on Twitter, giving him their best wishes and thoughts.
Twitter: Just heard the news that @PavelSrnicekUK is in a critical condition. My thoughts are with you mate and wishing you a speedy recovery #piag (@wattoon)
Twitter: Thoughts with pav and his family. Pull through big man. #nufcfamily #gklegend (@the_dilsh)
Twitter: Awful news about @PavelSrnicekUK. Praying for the great man to make a full recovery!! (@steveharper37)
Twitter: Just heard about my old teammate Pavel Srnicek. Hope you pull through mate. #prayforpav (@KeithGillespie7)
Twitter: My thoughts are with Pavel Srnicek who suffered a cardiac arrest today. Be strong Pav! (@osvaldooardiles)
Twitter: Our best wishes go to @PavelSrnicekUK, who has been taken to hospital today. Get well soon, Pav. #NUFC https://t.co/g7SgNOX35U (@NUFC)
From all of us here at Read Newcastle, get well soon and stay strong Pavel.
