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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
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Daniel Orme

Edwin van der Sar's wife issues promising update on stricken former Man Utd star

Edwin van der Sar ’s wife has confirmed that the Dutch icon is “not in life threatening danger” in a recent update.

The former Manchester United and Ajax goalkeeper was rushed to intensive care last week after suffering a bleed on his brain while on holiday. Tributes and well-wishes from his ex-employers and supporters then started to pour in, all hoping for more positive news following treatment.

The 52-year-old’s wife Annemarie van Kesteren has offered an update on his condition and while Van der Sar remains hospitalised, there is a slightly more positive outlook. In a statement released by Ajax, she said: "Edwin is still in the intensive care unit, but is stable.

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