Hearts legend John Robertson thanks fans for messages of support
Friday 21 October 2016 21:57, UK
Hearts legend John Robertson has thanked football fans all across Scotland for their messages support after he was hospitalised by a fall.
The 52-year-old - the Edinburgh club's record goalscorer with 271 goals - was taken to the Royal Infirmary on Thursday with suspected broken ribs after taking a tumble down a flight of stairs at Tynecastle.
A statement issued by Hearts read: "On behalf of John Robertson, the club would like to thank the hundreds of people who have sent messages wishing John a speedy recovery.
"They have not only come from Hearts fans but from the supporters of many other clubs. The game shows its true colours in such situations and it is warming to us all.
"For the many who have enquired about John's position health wise today, we can confirm that he remains under observation in hospital and our hope is that his condition continues to improve over the weekend."
Robertson made over 500 appearances over two spells with Hearts and also managed the club from 2004-2005.
