Paul Canoville is 'making some progress' after entering intensive care, as Chelsea fans prepare to unveil a new banner in his honour at Stamford Bridge.
The 58-year-old, the Blues' first ever black player, was in a critical condition following complications of emergency surgery.
Canoville's foundation have issued an update, writing on Twitter: 'Paul remains in intensive care but is making some progress.
Paul Canoville, Chelsea's first black player, entered intensive care in a critical condition
'His family would like to thank all those showing so much love.