Epa Rigobert Song is now reportedly fighting for his life[/caption]
Rigobert Song made 137 caps for the Cameroon national teamEPA
The 40-year-old, who is the uncle of ex-Arsenal, West Ham and Charlton midfielder Alex, was rushed to hospital in Yaounde on Sunday.
Rigobert Song signed for Liverpool in 1999 and made 34 Prem apps for the RedsNews Group Newspapers Ltd
News Group Newspapers Ltd Rigobert Song then joined West Ham from Liverpool in 2000[/caption]
The former Indomitable Lions captain and head coach of the Chad senior national team is in a critical condition after suffering a cerebral aneurysm.
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Song was at his home in the Odza neighbourhood in Yaounde when he had his stroke, and was rushed to hospital.
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The footballing world was quick to show their support for Song.
Fellow Cameroonian Samuel Eto’o posted a picture of Song to Instagram with the caption: “I wish you a lot of courage and a speedy recovery big brother!”
Ex-Liverpool stars Jamie Carragher and Robbie Fowler also posted messages of support.
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