Former Cameroon international, Rigobert Song, is in hospital after suffering a cerebral attack, a member of his family has said.
The family member also said the 40-year-old was “unconscious” when he was taken to Yaounde Central Hospital.
The hospital’s Emergency Centre director said on Monday Song will be flown to France for further treatment.
The BBC reports that Song played 137 times for his country and had spells with English clubs Liverpool and West Ham.
He has been working as a coach for Cameroon’s football federation following his departure as Chad coach.
Former Cameroon team-mate, Samuel Eto’o, tweeted in French: “I wish you courage and a speedy recovery big brother.”