Spurs Help Gazza - But Can He Help Himself?

Last updated : 07 February 2013 By Footy Mad - Editor

Gazza has been admitted to a treatment centre in the United States and the 45-year-old is reportedly receiving financial support from former Spurs team-mate Gary Lineker and celebrity friends Chris Evans and Piers Morgan.

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Gascoigne, who played nearly 100 times for Tottenham after joining them from Newcastle in 1988, has suffered from alcoholism for large parts of his life.

Andre Villas-Boas: "The club is helping with the situation through the Tottenham Tribute Trust.

"I think it's extremely sad for a player who represents so much for Tottenham's history.

"Tottenham have made themselves available to help the situation. Hopefully Gazza can recover."