Crystal Palace left-back Papa Souare had to be air-lifted to hospital after he was involved in a horrible two-car accident on the M4 in England.
There are conflicting reports about the condition of Souare, but it does appear that his injuries aren't life-threatening.
Souare's wasn't involved in the Eagle's victory over Sunderland on Saturday, but the accident occurred just after noon on Sunday.
Crystal Palace's Papa Souare was involved in a car accident yesterday but it is believed the injuries are not life threatening. #CPFC
— The Football Family (@TFootballFamily) September 12, 2016
One person has been taken to hospital by air ambulance in a life threatening condition following a two car accident on the M4.
— LBC News (@LBCNews) September 11, 2016
Images of Souare's car have appeared on social media, and Palace fans have been taking to twitter to express their well-wishes:
Our thoughts go out to Papa Souare who was involved in a horrific car accident 🙏🏼 #CPFC pic.twitter.com/jb0bxB719v
— Crystal Palace 🦅 (@CpfcNews_) September 12, 2016
Thoughts with @papesouare. Hopefully it's not as serious as it seems. #CPFC
— Alex Dalton-Prout (@BristolPalex) September 12, 2016
Palace have released a statement:
Crystal Palace Football Club regret to confirm that Pape Souare was yesterday (Sunday) involved in a car accident and taken to hospital in London. The player has sustained injuries to his thigh and jaw bone and will remain in hospital whilst he receives treatment. The club are liaising closely with the hospital on his progress and we obviously wish him a speedy recovery.
Our thoughts are with Pape and his family at this time.
