Former Footballer Royston Drenthe Hospitalized After Stroke
Former Real Madrid and Everton winger Royston Drenthe is currently hospitalized after experiencing a stroke.
The 38-year-old ex-Netherlands international was admitted to the hospital on Friday.
This news was confirmed by FC de Rebellen, an agency representing former football players, including Drenthe.
A statement from the agency noted, "Last Friday, Royston Drenthe suffered a stroke. Drenthe is currently receiving excellent care and is in good hands. The team and those involved are hopeful for a swift recovery."
Drenthe began his professional career with Feyenoord before joining Real Madrid in 2007, where he won the La Liga title the following year.
He spent the 2011-12 season on loan at Everton, with additional stints at clubs such as Reading and Sheffield Wednesday.
Everton released a statement on X, saying, "Everyone at Everton wishes Royston Drenthe a full and speedy return to health after reports of his hospitalization."