Super Eagles goalkeeper Carl Ikeme diagnosed with acute leukaemia by his club Wolverhampton Warriors

SUPER Eagles goalkeeper Carl Ikeme has been diagnosed with an acute form of leukaemia after a series of medical tests carried out by his clubside Wolverhampton Warriors revealed that he has cancer of the blood.

 

Ikeme, 31, has emerged as Nigeria's number one goalkeeper since Vincent Enyeama retired from international football and has been superb for the Super Eagles in his role. Of late, however, he has missed a few matches due to injury and a thorough medical check-up by Wolves revealed that he had leukaemia, otherwise known as cancer of the blood.

 

According to Wolves, Ikeme revealed some abnormal blood tests during his pre-season testing and further medical investigation has revealed he is suffering from leukaemia. Carl will now start an immediate course of chemotherapy as he begins a lengthy battle against the disease.

 

Wolves' managing director Laurie Dalrymple, said: “It would be an understatement to say that everyone at Wolves has been shocked and saddened to hear the news of Carl’s diagnosis. That relates to both players and staff as Carl has been at the club for a very long time and remains such an integral personality within the group.

 

“At the same time, we all know what a fighter and a competitor Carl is and I have no doubt that he will take all of those attributes into this battle. Similarly, its goes without saying that Carl and his family will receive the full love and support that we at Wolves can provide, as we are all with him every single step of the way towards a full recovery."

 

It is not yet clear when Carl will be allowed to resume full training or when he will feature for Wolves at the start of the forthcoming season. However, Wolves have asked that anyone wishing to send messages of support can do so via fans@wolves.co.uk and the club will pass them on to Carl at the appropriate time.

 

“There are going to be some very tough times ahead but he will receive the best possible care, aided and supported by our own club doctor and medical team, as he embarks on the lengthy process of treatment. We are speaking to Carl regularly and sending him our very best wishes as he comes to terms with this news and starts his recovery,” Ms Dalrymple added.

 

 

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