Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has been hospitalised and will miss TNT Sports' coverage of Arsenal's crucial Champions League semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain tonight.
The 46-year-old pundit shared a concerning image on social media showing himself in a hospital bed with a band around his wrist.
Ferdinand gave a thumbs up in the photo, suggesting he remains in good spirits despite the undisclosed health issue that has sidelined him from the high-profile European fixture.
In his social media post, Ferdinand expressed his disappointment at missing the coverage, writing: "Gutted to be missing the Semi-Finals this week on @footballontnt!!"
Rio Ferdinand gave an update from his hospital bed
The Manchester United legend added: "Wishing the team all the best — I'll be watching every minute from the iPad!"
Ferdinand did not specify the nature of his medical issue in the post shared on X, formerly Twitter.
His message quickly received an outpouring of support from his 11.6 million followers.
TNT Sports responded to Ferdinand's post with: "Get well soon, Rio."
Arsenal face a challenging task in Paris tonight as they attempt to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the first leg at the Emirates Stadium.
Ousmane Dembele scored the decisive goal for PSG in London last week, giving the French side a slender advantage.
Mikel Arteta's men must now secure a comeback victory at the Parc des Princes to reach the Champions League final in Munich on May 31.
PSG have been formidable at home this season, losing just three times on their own turf - to Atletico Madrid, Liverpool and most recently Nice.
Rio Ferdinand has been an ever-present on TNT Sports this season
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Ferdinand was expected to be part of TNT Sports' line-up for the match alongside lead presenter Darren Fletcher.
The former England captain had covered the first leg at the Emirates Stadium last Tuesday.
As one of TNT's top pundits, Ferdinand is a regular fixture on their broadcasts of major European fixtures.
Ferdinand will also be absent from TNT Sports' coverage of Thursday's Europa League semi-final between his former club Manchester United and Athletic Club.
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The Red Devils hold a commanding 3-0 advantage heading into the second leg at Old Trafford.
Ferdinand was also not present for Tuesday night's coverage when Inter Milan defeated Barcelona in a thrilling seven-goal contest at the San Siro.
The Italian side secured their place in the Champions League final in Munich, where they will face either Arsenal or PSG.
