Celtic boss Neil Lennon is "hoping and praying" for the recovery of former Hoops team-mate Jackie McNamara, as floods of heart-felt messages send support.
The 46-year-old was taken to Hull Royal Infirmary on Sunday night after collapsing outside his home in York and is said to be in a critical but stable condition.
Lennon, who played alongside McNamara during the early 2000s, said: "I am lost for words, I don't know what to say.
"I spoke to him on Tuesday so I am devastated by the news and hoping he pulls through.
"People have been keeping me abreast of things. He is a strong guy, a great guy and a fit boy for someone of his age.
"He has been fit all his life so I am hoping and praying he comes through OK."
Celtic hero John Hartson also sent his support to McNamara who was a former teammate.
Hartson – who himself battled leukaemia – revealed the horrible news on social media. And he was quick to send well-wishes to his good pal and his family.
Worried sick for my former teammate and great friend Jackie McNamara who collapsed at home Saturday with a bleed on the brain.. my thoughts are with his wife Samantha and the children 🙏🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻🍀
— John Hartson (@JohnHartson10) February 10, 2020
The official Twitter page for Celtic FC also posted its support for McNamara and his family.
The thoughts and prayers of everyone at #CelticFC are with Jackie and his family. pic.twitter.com/3yeSvVwInJ
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) February 10, 2020
Former footballers Ally McCoist and Henrik Larsson took to Instagram to send heart-warming messages.
💚| The thoughts of everyone at Easter Road are with Jackie McNamara and his family at this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/9qgeVtzGpX
— Hibernian FC (@HibernianFC) February 11, 2020
Wishing former Celtic and Scotland player Jackie McNamara a speedy recovery after suffering a bleed on the brain. #GetWellSoonJackie 💙
— Jimmy McNally 🏴🇬🇧 (@JimmyMcNally) February 11, 2020
All the best to him. A truly Celtic ambassador, a fine player and a good man. Get well soon. 🍀🍀💚💚
— TheCelticBlogingoli (@CelticBlog2018) February 10, 2020
All the very best to one of the most genuine guys I’ve had the pleasure of meeting 🙏🏻
— Paul John Dykes (@PaulDykes) February 10, 2020
Sending love, best wishes, and a speedy recovery form all in the Hibernian family. 💚💚
— Hibernian Supporters (@hfcsupporters) February 10, 2020
Hope your dad recovers soon.
— DC (@davidc51) February 10, 2020
All the best to all your family in this difficult time ...
Football rivalry is one thing but we are all human ..
Get well soon Jackie
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