There’s encouraging news about the health of former Arsenal midfielder Kristoffer Olsson.
The Swedish footballer, who collapsed in February and was diagnosed with blood clots on both sides of his brain, is showing positive signs of recovery.
His club, FC Midtjylland, has released an update on his progress, highlighting his regained physical abilities and the support he’s received.
Swedish midfielder Kristoffer Olsson, the former Arsenal youngster, is making progress in his recovery after collapsing in February and being diagnosed with multiple blood clots on both sides of his brain. Olsson’s club, FC Midtjylland, released a statement detailing his improvements:
“His physical progress is significant and he is now actively training his walking function and is able to eat independently.” The club also acknowledges that “cognitive challenges remain and the prognosis for his full recovery remains uncertain.” However, doctors at the Hammel Neurocenter, where Olsson is undergoing rehabilitation, “are encouraged by the positive steps Kristoffer has taken.”
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Olsson’s spirit has been a source of inspiration, as club manager Claus Steinlein emphasises: “It is breathtaking to witness Kristoffer’s fight against the disease. His positive attitude, fighting spirit and tireless will to win are an inspiration to us all.”
Ex-Arsenal youngster on life support with brain-related illness
The 28-year-old midfielder was initially hospitalised on life support in February after collapsing at home, prompting extensive examinations and the eventual diagnosis. Midtjylland’s statement from last month explained: “Kristoffer is affected by several small blood clots on both sides of the brain, as a result of an extremely rare inflammatory condition in the vessels of the brain.”
Olsson’s senior football career began at Arsenal, and has taken him to Swedish side AIK and Belgium’s Anderlecht. Though his ability to return to the pitch remains uncertain, the focus is squarely on his continued recovery and well-being.