Former English Premier League player Peter Ndlovu is "conscious and out of danger" following a deadly car crash in Zimbabwe.
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The former Coventry striker, who also had successful spells with Sheffield United, Birmingham City and Huddersfield, was seriously injured while his brother Adam died when the car they were travelling in veered off the road and collided with a tree near Victoria Falls.
According to reports, a female passenger was also killed in the accident while the 39-year-old Ndlovu suffered internal injuries and several broken bones.
His former manager Winston Makamure told the BBC: "Peter is now out of danger. He is now conscious and is communicating," Ndlovu's former manager Winston Makamure told the BBC.
"He has internal injuries, head injuries, broken ribs and a broken leg."
Ndlovu played 176 times for Coventry between 1991 and 1997, scoring 43 goals during that period.
A statement from the Sky Blues read: "The club is saddened to hear of a tragic road accident in Zimbabwe that has left former striker Peter Ndlovu in a critical condition and claimed the life of his brother Adam.
"Ndlovu achieved iconic status during his six years with the Sky Blues ... Coventry City sends its best wishes and condolences to the Ndlovu family who will be in our thoughts."
Birmingham City also released a statement: "The thoughts of everyone associated with Birmingham City Football Club are with Peter Ndlovu and his family following news of a serious car crash in Zimbabwe."
Ndlovu also had stints with Mamelodi Sundowns and Thanda Royal Zulu in the Premier Soccer League, while his older brother played for Moroka Swallows, Dynamos and Free State Stars.
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