The former England and Aston Villa defender Ugo Ehiogu collapsed at Tottenham’s training centre on Thursday and was rushed to the hospital.
Ehiogu, who made four appearances for England between 1996 and 2002, received medical treatment on site before being transferred to hospital by ambulance.
However, he was unable to make it alive as doctors confirmed later.
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A Tottenham statement released on Friday morning read: “We can confirm that Ugo Ehiogu is currently in hospital after collapsing at our Training Centre earlier today.
“Our Under-23’s coach received immediate treatment on site from our medical staff before being transferred to hospital by ambulance.”
“Everyone at the club sends their best wishes to Ugo and his family.
“We shall continue to provide updates when we have further information.”
Ehiogu is survived by his wife, Gemma, and their son.
It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Ugo Ehiogu, our Under-23 coach. pic.twitter.com/sSU0yqVfyk
—Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) April 21, 2017