Former Bournemouth star Jordan Chiedozie has been left in a coma following a devastating car accident.
The 30-year-old, son of ex-Tottenham winger John Okechukwu Chiedozie, currently plays for Bashley FC in the Southern League I.
Chiedozie was returning from a weekend match at Tavistock with club physio Reighan Taylor, when their vehicle suffered a flat tyre on the M27.
Bashley FC confirmed the incident in an official statement on Tuesday, noting that the incident happened while he was trying to check the issue, stressing that he was struck by another car and rushed to the hospital.
The statement read, “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. Jordan was travelling back from Saturday’s Southern League match at Tavistock with club physio Reighan Taylor when they pulled over onto the hard shoulder of the M27 near Southampton to investigate a flat tyre.
“They were both outside the vehicle when it was hit heavily from behind by another car. The driver of that vehicle has been arrested for alleged ‘drink-driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Jordan was taken to Southampton Hospital suffering multiple broken bones and other physical injuries. At this time, he remains in a controlled coma.
“Reighan was not hurt physically but has suffered severe trauma. She was able to use her skills to provide immediate, although in such circumstances, very basic, first aid to Jordan at the scene. The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the club are with Jordan and his family, and of course with Reighan, at what is a difficult time for all connected with Bashley FC.
“In view of the seriousness of the situation, the club has applied to the Southern League to have Tuesday’s scheduled home match against Thatcham Town postponed. The Southern League has respectfully agreed with the request.”
