Former Leeds and Swansea star Andy Robinson, 45, recovering in hospital after suffering heart attack
Robinson, 45, is said to be recovering in a stable condition after the shock earlier today.
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Former Swansea star Andy Robinson has suffered a heart attack
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Robinson also played for Leeds United
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A statement from Swansea's official X account confirmed the news.
It read: "
"Andy is currently in a stable condition in hospital.
"We're all with you Robbo".
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It read: "Now in a stable condition, everyone at #LUFC wishes former player Andy Robinson a speedy recovery, after he suffered a heart attack earlier today".
Robinson became a fan favourite at both Leeds and Swansea and has continued his support of the Swans since leaving the club in 2008.
The wide midfielder played over 231 games for the Welsh club and is now often reporting on their games as a BBC Sport
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As well as representing Leeds and Swansea, Robinson played for Tranmere, Ammanford, Stockport and Shrewsbury, before retiring in 2021.
Robinson got his big break into professional football in 2003, when he was offered a trial by hen Swansea boss Brian Flynn after impressing at an amateur side in his home town of Birkenhead.
Across his career Robinson won the EFL Trophy and a League One title with the Swans.
While he is remembered fondly by Swansea fans as the last player to ever score at iconic stadium Vetch Field, netting the winning goal in the FAW Premier Cup final against Wrexham in 2005.
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