FORMER Newcastle and Tottenham midfielder David Ginola has suffered a heart attack while playing football in warm temperatures, according to reports.
The former French international is said to “unconscious but stable” after apparently collapsing in Mandelieu on the south coast of France on Thursday afternoon.
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It is claimed the 49-year-old was playing football in high temperatures when he became unwell and it is understood he has since been transferred to a cardiology unit in Monaco.
Former Celtic striker John Hartson said was among those wish him a speedy recovery.
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John Hartson Tweeted: "Reports saying David Ginola has suffered a heart attack.. If true hoping he is comfortable and not serious."
Reports saying David Ginola has suffered a heart attack.. If true hoping he is comfortable and not serious.
— John Hartson (@JohnHartson10) May 19, 2016
Shocked at the news David Ginola has had a heart attack, hope he pulls through ok
— Darren Huckerby (@hucks6dh6) May 19, 2016
After a successful seven-year stint in the Premier League with such teams as Aston Villa and Everton, Ginola turned to television punditry with BT Sport.
We are wishing football legend David Ginola all the best after falling ill with a suspected Heart Attack. pic.twitter.com/UnKiSBDgat
— The Away Fans (@theawayfans) May 19, 2016
Ginola had shown no signs of ill health before the cardiac arrest.
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