Paul Gascoigne’s agent and friend gives the latest on his health and after being taken to hospital on Friday afternoon.
The 58 year old was found semi-conscious in his bedroom at his home in Poole around 1:30pm by Steve Foster, who works as his driver and personal assistant, and was initially admitted to the ICU, with it said he was struggling with a throat condition.
He was treated by intensive care staff and later moved to an acute medical unit, with his condition stable.
His representative confirmed he voluntarily sought treatment, but is now back home, and doing well. Meanwhile, a close friend says he remains “very poorly”.
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A statement from the MNT Agency read: “Paul voluntarily went into A&E on Friday after struggling with a throat condition (not by ambulance) he has had for a while. He is already back home and doing well.”
He was treated by intensive care staff and later moved to an acute medical unit, where his condition was said to be stable, and he has since been released.
Steve Foster told the Sun: “Paul is in hospital, which is the best possible place for him to be right now” and added that Gazza would “like to thank everyone for the support he’s received so far from so many old friends who wish him well and want to see him back to his best.”
He has been visiting Paul every day and updated The Sun: “Paul is stable now but is still very poorly.
“But it shows how popular and loved he still is by fans everywhere.
“I can’t walk down the street with him without him being stopped – it’s crazy.”
The Sun report that Gazza was reportedly upset due to a dispute with a business associate and the closure of his public appearance company.
Following a severe medical emergency, his family, including daughter Bianca and his sisters, along with the likes of Peter Beardsley, Paul Merson, and Vinnie Jones, have been supporting him.
Recently, Gazza has been lifting his spirits by doing spontaneous acts of kindness, such as helping homeless people near his Bournemouth home.
Steve said: “He suddenly went to a cash machine, drew out £500 and started handing out money to all the homeless people he could find.
“He said there were a lot of people worse off than him and wanted to help them out. He was given away anything between £20 and £50 at a time saying: ‘Get yourself a meal.’
“That’s the kind of bloke Paul is and why so many people who know him hope he can get well.”
Another source close to Gazza told the Sun: “What happened over the weekend was incredibly serious.
“Thank God Steve found him when he did, because he urgently needed help and intervention at that point.
“There’s concern among Paul’s friends and family that he won’t be well enough to live on his own for a long time – he will certainly need someone at his side for the next few weeks.
“He’s going to need a lot of help and support to get over this.”
The source added: “Paul still spends a lot of time out and on the road attending events and meeting fans at boozy dinners and awards nights.
“It’s a rollercoaster lifestyle with lots of temptation there. But over the last few months Paul’s been doing OK and managing to keep his demons at bay.
“He’s got a lot of support and goodwill and unlike in the past, where people were always buying him drinks and egging him on, that simply doesn’t happen now.
“The whole world knows that Paul can’t be drinking. All his pals are praying he can pull through this.”
Foster told the Sun: “He’s been sleeping a lot of the time but is making progress and has managed to eat something.
“He read The Sun’s report and has been given a boost by all the messages of support.”
There have been some tweets from fans wishing Gazza all the best in recovery…
Tim Vine: “My favourite ever footballer. Had the pleasure of meeting him at Sutton United. Still think we should sign him. Get well soon Gazza. #Gazza”
Peter Shilton: Get well Gazza hope you’re feeling better soon, Shilts
NUFCBlog.co.uk: 🙏 Sending love to Paul Gascoigne, who has been in hospital after collapsing at home. Our thoughts are with you, Gazza! 🖤🤍
Alan Myers: Good news, I’m told Gazza is doing well!
Phil Rostron: Worrying to read that Paul Gascoigne collapsed & was rushed to ICU over the weekend 💙⚽️ He’s apparently comfortable now, and I’m sure we all wish him a speedy recovery 💙 One of the best, I’ve always had a soft spot for him 👍👏💙 #Gazza
Matt Crowley: Get well soon Gazza…. Hope your home soon 👊🏻 There’s only one Paul Gascoigne! 🤍💙 #THFC #gazza
Douglas Bagley: One Paul Gascoigne, there’s only Paul Gascoigne, one Paul Gascoigne, there’s only one Paul Gascoigne. Best of luck Paul. You mean so much to so many people, we are all thinking of you.
RPD Sable: Sending love and best wishes to Gazza Paul Gascoigne. @thegazza_ I was a ball boy at Spurs for the 90/91 season and was friendly with all the players. Gazza was special though.
Mark Symons: Hope Paul Gascoigne is ok! 🙏🏻 he’s literally the reason I love spurs and football! Still the most exciting player I’ve ever seen #GAZZA #COYS
Newcastle Consortium Supporters: Sending #Gazza all of our love, support & best wishes in his recovery. Take care Paul 🙏🖤🤍 #NUFC
