Tottenham legend Gary Mabbutt suffered a serious accident in South Africa on Wednesday, but there has been an encouraging update regarding his recovery.Mabbutt remains one of Tottenham’s greatest icons, having played nearly 500 times for the club across his 16-year spell at White Hart Lane.He was the captain of Spurs for 11 of those years, winning both the FA Cup and UEFA Cup during his time in North London.The former centre-back has continued his association with the club since hanging up his boots in 1998, serving as a global club ambassador, and he continues to be spotted frequently in Spurs’ home games.Credit: @australiaspurs / InstagramGary Mabbutt hospitalised in South Africa after serious accidentMabbutt’s friend and former Spurs teammate, Micky Hazard, has shared that the former Tottenham captain was hospitalised in South Africa on Wednesday after being in a ‘serious accident’.The 64-year-old has suffered a big blood clot in his calf and is currently undergoing treatment.Hazard revealed on Facebook (via The Sun): “Guys, just to let you all know, Gary Mabbutt has had a serious accident in South Africa. He’s currently in hospital awaiting treatment for a big blood clot in his calf.“Not allowed to fly until 24th at the earliest to get back to England. Please send him your best wishes to lift his spirits. Best wishes, Mabsy. You’ve fought bigger battles than this and won.”Spurs are in contact with Mabbutt as he recovers in hospitalThe accident took place just before England played Argentina in last evening’s World Cup semifinal, and there has been some promising news about the Tottenham legend over recent hours.Sky Sports’ Michael Bridge has revealed that Mabbutt is recovering from his accident and that Spurs have been in contact with him.Bridge said on X about Mabbutt: “He is recovering from an accident & Tottenham Hotspur are in contact with him. He is resting and awaiting medical clearance to fly home.”An update on Gary Mabbutt:He is recovering from an accident & Tottenham Hotspur are in contact with him. He is resting and awaiting medical clearance to fly home.— Michael Bridge (@MichaelBridge_) July 15, 2026READ MORE: Tottenham set to loan out January signing after just 4 games, but De Zerbi is a ‘big fan’The post Tottenham legend Gary Mabbutt hospitalised after suffering ‘serious accident’ appeared first on Spurs Web.