England legend Ray Wilkins, 61, fighting for his life in induced coma after suffering a heart attack
Former Chelsea and Man United midfielder seriously ill in hospital in Tooting
THE football world has rallied round in support of Ray Wilkins as the England legend fights for his life after suffering a heart attack.
The ex-Chelsea and Man United midfielder, 61, was placed in an induced coma at St George's Hospital in London, on Friday night.
His wife Jackie said he is currently in intensive care after having a cardiac arrest at their home in Cobham, Surrey, on Wednesday and remains critically ill.
She told the : "The cardiac arrest led to a fall which has meant he’s had to be put in an induced coma. It’s very, very bad."
Legends from across the football world have offered their support at this difficult time on Twitter, including Gary Lineker, Didier Drogba and Neil Ruddock.
Former Leicester and Barcelona striker Linker tweeted: "Thoughts are with Ray Wilkins and his family. Rooting for you, Butch."
Ex-England star Ruddock said: "Thoughts and best wishes to Ray Wilkins and his family tonight, get well soon Ray where all thinking of you mate. What a guy this fella is so genuine and time for everyone."
Chelsea legend Drogba wrote: "Just found out about the news, be strong Ray Wilkins and family. We blue army are sending you."
His former club Chelsea released a message of support saying: "The thoughts of everybody at Chelsea Football Club are with Ray Wilkins and his family tonight. Keep fighting Ray, you have our love and support."
Ex-Scotland star and talkSPORT presenter Alan Brazil wished Ray the best from his radio team after collapsing just hours after appearing on his breakfast show.
He tweeted: "Ray Wilkins is one of the nicest men you could ever wish to meet and working with him on the show is always a joy. Keep fighting, Butch."
Former German midfielder Michael Ballack, who was coached by Wilkins at Chelsea, also tweeted his support to Ray's family.
Wilkins played 84 times for England, captaining 10 times and scoring three goals.
Ray has battled poor health including ulcerative colitis over the last few years, but got the all-clear after a double heart bypass operation last July.
Ray's wife said he is due a scan on Tuesday and the family is hopeful of a positive update.
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His son Ross added: “It’s touch and go whether my father will get through this.
"I hope everyone can respect the family’s wishes over privacy at this very difficult time for us. It’s touch and go whether my father will get through this."
He was recently on Chelsea's back-room staff under Luiz Felipe Scolari, Guus Hiddink and Carlo Ancelotti.
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