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Royston Drenthe, 38, Hospitalized After Cerebral Stroke, FC Rebellen Says

His family requests privacy during his treatment.

Overview

  • The Belgian ex-players collective FC Rebellen announced the hospitalization on Sunday via social media.
  • The stroke occurred on Friday prior to the public statement, according to the group.
  • FC Rebellen said Drenthe is being well attended and in good hands.
  • No medical details or prognosis have been released beyond the brief statement.
  • Drenthe is a Dutch former player who rose after the 2007 youth European Championship to join Real Madrid and later had a journeyman career across multiple clubs.