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Ex–Real Madrid Defender Royston Drenthe, 38, Hospitalized After Stroke

The veterans club FC De Rebellen reports he is receiving treatment, with a privacy request from his family.

Overview

  • FC De Rebellen said on Instagram that Drenthe suffered a stroke on Friday and is currently in care.
  • The club described him as being in good hands and asked for peace and privacy during his recovery.
  • Italian outlet Tuttosport reports he is not believed to be in life‑threatening danger, a detail not included in the club’s statement.
  • Official medical specifics and a prognosis have not been released, and coverage describes the situation as developing.
  • Drenthe rose to prominence with a reported €14 million move to Real Madrid in 2007 and more recently worked as a Ziggo Sports pundit.