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Carlo Cudicini future in doubt after he suffers serious bike crash
David Yuill12 Nov 2009
Tottenham goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini was rushed to hospital after crashing his motorbike in London today. The former Chelsea star — whose career could now be in serious doubt — is being treated after receiving injuries described by police as “possibly life changing”.
The goalkeeper broke his wrists and damaged his pelvis when his BMW superbike collided with a Ford Fiesta on Forest Road, Walthamstow, at 10.30am.
Ambulance crews arrived on the scene before the air-ambulance landed nearby, but it was not used.
A police spokesperson confirmed: “A 36-year-old male suffered injuries described as possibly life changing and was taken to an East London hospital for further treatment.”
An eyewitness immediately recognised Cudicini as he lay on the roadside as crowds gathered.
Tottenham released a statement and said: “Carlo Cudicini has fractured his wrists and injured his pelvis after being involved in a road accident this morning. He has been admitted to hospital and undergone scans under the supervision of club medical staff. The club will update supporters on Carlo as soon as there is any further information.”
The female driver and a child passenger walked away from the car — which was described as a write off' — and did not need hospital treatment. Roads were closed in the area after the incident. Questions will be asked why the keeper was riding a motorbike, which is thought to be in breach of his contract. Cudicini arrived at White Hart Lane in January having been signed by Harry Redknapp on a free transfer after a decade of service at Chelsea.
The Italian has made eight appearances standing in for the injured Heurelho Gomes this season and is keen to stay beyond next summer, when his contract expires. Cudicini said last month: “My contract is about to expire but I would be happy to remain at Spurs. However, I would consider Italian clubs if that wasn't possible.”
He made his name at Chelsea, joining the club from Castel Di Sangro in 1999, initially on loan before signing a permanent deal. Cudicini was first choice for four seasons at Stamford Bridge until the arrival of Petr Cech but was then happy to play understudy to the Blues No1 until his move to Spurs.
Reader views (19)
Live to ride, ride to live!
Get well soon and show the hapless Gomes how good you are!
- Tim, Addlestone, 12/11/2009 21:38
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Wishing you a speedy and full recovery Carlo, From Lee (Chelsea Fan)
- Lee Jones, Bexley, Kent, 12/11/2009 18:26
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As a Chelsea fan and fellow biker, I wish Carlo all the best for his recovery and look forward to seeing him in action again (even if it is for the Spuds!).
To all bikers: BE CAREFUL out there!
- Steve, London UK, 12/11/2009 18:23
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Following the news from germany this week this is stunning news. Carlo is loved by all Blues and would wish him and his family sincere best wishes for a complete recovery. At times like this football doesn't matter much does it.
- Tony Lee, Malaga Spain, 12/11/2009 18:20
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All the very best, Carlo. Here's to a swift recovery for a class 'keeper.
- John Berriman, Milton Keynes, UK, 12/11/2009 17:59
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Get well Carlo !
you will always be a legend at the shed end
- James, Kingston Upon Thames, 12/11/2009 17:44
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best wishes from an arsenal fan
- Goonerboy1, essex, england, 12/11/2009 17:19
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All the best Carlo, not many players could go from Chelsea to Spurs and still be loved- hopefully you'll be well enough to get between the sticks again. Bad week for goalkeepers.
Best wishes mate.
- Fresh, London, 12/11/2009 17:16
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wishing you a speedy recovery carlo,a CHELSEA legend,thoughts are with you and the mother and daughter also involved in the crash.helsinki cfc
- Danny Mcallister, helsinki,finland, 12/11/2009 17:03
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Wishing Carlo a full recovery and hope that this does not end his footballing career.
- Goggs, London, 12/11/2009 17:01
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I wish Carlo Well, and support his view.... 4 wheels moves the body, two wheels moves the soul.
His work is his work, his lifestyle is his lifestyle.
I also hope that all the Mother and daughter recovery from the undoubted shock quickly.
- Michael, Ware, Hertfordshire, 12/11/2009 16:40
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Best wishes Carlo...get well soon..Brian, Chelsea fan
- Brian, London England, 12/11/2009 16:20
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Good luck Carlo, get well soon, from all at the Lane.
- Paxton Pat, London, 12/11/2009 16:06
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I wish you a speedy recovery and pray that you will play again.
- G.Diamond, Romford Essex, 12/11/2009 15:56
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I hope he recovers soon. All the best.
- Colin, London, 12/11/2009 15:03
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Hope all goes well for Cudicini... Rob an Arsenal fan
- Rob Gooner, London, 12/11/2009 14:53
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Clubs should sign players not to ride bikes or sports cars and these accidents would not happen. When did the last person get injured in an S class. (Royalty excluded!)
- Jack Spratt, Richmond, Surrey, 12/11/2009 14:39
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Get well soon Carlo - all Spurs fans will wish you well and hope you are soon on the mend!
- Andrea Blackwell, Newport, Shropshire, 12/11/2009 14:19
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I wish him all the best.
You would have thought that his club would have banned him and anybody else from riding a motor cycle. Even a minor accident can result in a serious injury!
- Mark, South-East London, 12/11/2009 13:52
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