Neil Lennon admits he's been left "devastated" at the news about his former teammate Jackie McNamara.

The ex-Celtic defender was rushed to hospital with a bleed on the brain and remains in intensive care at Hull Royal Infirmary in 'critical but stable' condition.

Many of McNamara's former teammates and fans have shared their support recently and Lennon has now offered his own well-wishes. And he backed the ex-Partick Thistle and Dundee United manager to recover.

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"I'm devastated by the news," he said. "I just hope that he pulls through. People have been keeping me up-to-date. He's a strong guy so I'm hoping and praying he comes through okay."

We told how John Hartson revealed his sadness at the news of McNamara's collapse. "Worried sick for my former teammate and great friend Jackie McNamara who collapsed at home Saturday with a bleed on the brain.. my thoughts are with his wife Samantha and the children," Hartson said.

Henrik Larsson also urged fans to think and pray for McNamara.