Edwin van der Sar: Miraculous Recovery! Former Manchester United Goalkeeper Escapes Intensive Care
Edwin van der Sar, former Manchester United goalkeeper, has made a remarkable recovery from a brain bleed The 52-year-old shared an uplifting message and picture on Twitter, announcing his exit from intensive care A true legend, Van der Sar spent six successful years at United, winning both the Premier League and Champions League
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has been discharged from intensive care after experiencing a brain hemorrhage two weeks ago. He took to Twitter to share the news of his recovery. The 52-year-old initially received treatment at a hospital in Split, Croatia, before being transferred to an intensive care unit in a Dutch hospital.
Van der Sar expressed his gratitude on Twitter for the overwhelming support and well-wishes received. He joyfully informed his followers that he has been discharged from the intensive care unit. Nevertheless, he remains under medical care in the hospital, with hopes of being able to return home the following week and continue his journey towards full recovery.
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Manchester United were among the clubs who sent a message of support for their former goalkeeper, tweeting: "Sending all our love and strength to you, Edwin."
Fulham, the club where Van der Sar spent four years prior to joining United, expressed their well wishes for his quick recovery on Twitter: "Speedy recovery wishes from everyone at Fulham Football Club, Edwin. We're keeping you in our thoughts."
The Professional Footballers' Association also tweeted their support: "Our thoughts are with Edwin and his family, from everyone at the PFA."
Van der Sar secured four Premier League titles and triumphed in the 2008 Champions League while representing Manchester United for six years. Subsequently, following his retirement, he rejoined Ajax, assuming the position of chief executive in 2016, until his departure at the conclusion of the previous season.
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After an underwhelming performance in the Eredivisie, with the club finishing third and failing to secure a Champions League spot, Van der Sar made the announcement of his resignation from the club's board. This decision comes after serving nearly 11 years in his role.
"I have realized the importance of stepping back, finding solace, and engaging in different activities," he shared via Twitter in late May.
"The process of making crucial decisions regarding the future of this exceptional club feels quite unsettling. Hence, I have made the difficult choice to tender my resignation."
After making over 200 appearances for Ajax and achieving European success alongside Louis van Gaal's team, the goalkeeper from the Netherlands transferred to Juventus, later becoming a part of Fulham in 2001. Following four years, he made a move to Old Trafford, where Van der Sar secured triumphs in the League Cup twice and the 2008 FIFA Club World Cup.
United, however, experienced defeat against Barcelona in the finals of the Champions League in both 2009 and 2011 at Wembley, marking the culmination of Van der Sar's career as he retired thereafter.
Having represented the Netherlands on 130 occasions, Van der Sar briefly held the record for the highest number of international appearances for his country.
