Ex-Manchester United striker Andrew Cole has undergone a kidney transplant, the club have announced.
Cole, 45, is now an ambassador at United and the club said he had "undergone a kidney transplant operation at Manchester Royal Infirmary."
The transplant has been carried out as part of Cole's treatment for a condition called Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis.
A United statement said: "During his recuperation, Andrew will be taking a break from his role as Manchester United ambassador.
"Andrew and his family would like to thank the club and fans for their support.
"They also request that he can continue with his treatment in private, and ask that their privacy is respected.