Former Bournemouth forward Jordan Chiedozie is in a coma after being involved in a car accident on the M27.
The 30-year-old, who was on Bournemouth’s books from 2007 to 2012 but never made his senior debut for the club, played for non-league side Bashley FC against Tavistock at the weekend.
On the way back from that away game, Chiedozie and Bashley physio Reighan Taylor suffered a flat tyre while driving on the motorway.
As the player stepped out to assess the situation, he was struck by another vehicle and had to be rushed to hospital with severe injuries.
‘Everyone connected with Bashley Football Club is devastated by the news that our player Jordan Chiedozie is currently in hospital with what is described as “life-changing, and potentially life-threatening” injuries, after a serious car crash,’ said Bashley in a club statement.
Former Bournemouth forward Jordan Chiedozie is in a coma after being hit by a car on the M27
Chiedozie, pictured in 2014 while on trial with Southend United, is said to have suffered ‘life-changing, and potentially life-threatening’ injuries
The football world has since rallied around Chiedozie, who has also played for the likes of Cambridge United, Poole Town, Concord Rangers, Dartford, Braintree Town, Boreham Wood, Margate and Chelmsford City since leaving the Cherries.
Well-wishers have flooded social media with messages of support as the striker fights for his life in hospital.
More to follow.
