Newcastle football have confirmed that their former goalkeeper Steve Harper suffered a brain haemorrhage earlier this week.
The club released a statement on the X platform on Wednesday, revealing his worrying health condition. This caused him to be rushed to the hospital. But it has been announced that he is now recovering well.
“Newcastle United would like to send our love and best wishes to Steve Harper and his family. After the club’s Academy Director suffered a subdural hemorrhage on Monday. “Salikadong issued an official statement UFABET
“The club is pleased to report that Steve is conscious and recovering well in hospital.”
Subarachnoid hemorrhage occurs when it bleeds into the surrounding space. brain, which increases pressure on vital organs
Harper is considered a local hero at the club, having spent 20 years at St James’ Park as a player between 1993 and 2013 and returning to the club initially as goalkeeping coach. Before accepting the position of Academy Director
Harper has made 199 appearances for the Magpies. Including 45 in the 2009-10 season when they were promoted back to the Premier League after winning the Championship.
He was also a starter in the 1999 FA Cup final against Manchester United. Which the Red Devils won 2-0 before ending the season with a historic treble. The leadership of Sir Alex Ferguson
After leaving the team, Harper moved to Hull City, staying for two years before moving to Sunderland for a short period.
Harper did not play for the senior team. Sunderland Even just one game.