Royston Drenthe tragedy: former Real Madrid man suffers stroke at 38 | OneFootball

Moments of fear for Royston Drenthe, former Real Madrid and Dutch national team footballer, struck by a stroke at the age of 38.

Drama for Royston Drenthe: the former Real Madrid player struck by a stroke at 38

The news was shared by the official account of FC Der Rebellen, a team composed of former professionals of which Drenthe is a part.

“Last Friday Royston Drenthe suffered a stroke,” reads the statement. “Drenthe is currently receiving treatment and is in good hands. The team and those involved hope for a peaceful recovery. Royston's family asks for peace and privacy during this time, so he can receive the necessary support and space for his recovery.”

The former footballer is currently hospitalized, being monitored by a specialized medical team.

A career that began with talent and great expectations

Drenthe was one of the most promising talents in Dutch football between the 2000s and 2010s. Raised at Feyenoord, he was signed by Real Madrid in 2007 after showcasing his skills with the Netherlands Under-21 team at the European Championship. With the “blancos,” he won a La Liga and a Spanish Super Cup, but never managed to establish himself as a regular starter.

After his experience in Spain, his career spanned numerous countries and leagues: England, Russia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, until his return to the Netherlands, where he ended his career in 2019.

From sports to music, and then to TV: Drenthe's second life

After retiring from football, Drenthe embarked on a surprising musical career as a rap singer, achieving moderate success in the Netherlands. Since 2023, he has become a television pundit for Ziggo Sports, where he has been appreciated for his direct style and tactical knowledge of the game.

The fans' message: “Stay strong Royston, come back soon”

The news of the stroke has caused great emotion in the football world. Numerous messages of solidarity have arrived on social media from fans and colleagues, many of whom fondly remember the energy and personality of the former Dutch winger.

Everyone hopes that Royston Drenthe can fully recover and return soon to his public life.

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