Montpellier president Lauren Nicollin has stated Junior Sambia's condition from coronavirus is "improving day by day".
The midfielder of Central African Republic origin has been in hospital since last Monday after having respiratory and gastric problems.
He tested positive to the virus that has killed more than 200,000 people globally, with his condition deteriorating, going into a coma and needing ventilators.
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He has, however, come out of the coma and is breathing without any aid.
“His condition is improving day by day. I wish him to get back in shape as soon as possible and above all to have a good rest," Nicollin told RMC Sport.