England legend Paul Gascoigne rushed to intensive care unit after he was found collapsed at home by pal
The Spurs and England great was found semi-conscious by a pal on Friday evening in the bedroom of his home at Poole, Dorset.
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Paul Gascoigne was rushed to hospital after being found collapsed at his home
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The much-loved star's family and friends rallied round the 58-year-old (pictured at 1990 World Cup)
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Gazza, 58, was admitted to an intensive care ward but has now been moved to an acute medical unit where his condition was described as stable.
The football legend thanked pals for their support.
The much-loved star's family and friends rallied round the 58-year-old after he was discovered semi-conscious at home on Friday evening.
Pal Steve Foster, who found him, said 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'.
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The star was said to be out of danger and stable last night after he was rushed to hospital and placed in intensive care.
He is recovering in hospital near his home, and is expected to remain there for several days for treatment.
Mr Foster, who is also Gazza's driver and personal assistant, had rushed the star there in his car after finding him in his bedroom.
He said: 'Paul is in hospital, which is the best possible place for him to be right now.'
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Gazza was represented for years by booking agent Katie Davies, but she has now stepped back from involvement in his day-to-day life.
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Gazza playing in a legends match in 2022
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Gazza is considered one of the greatest footballers of his generation and was capped 57 times for England
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Paul Gascoigne was admitted to ICU after he suddenly collapsed at his home
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He scored ten goals for the Three Lions between 1988 and 1998
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The ex-Newcastle, Spurs, Lazio and Rangers legend retired in 2004
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