Nabil Bentaleb's Remarkable Recovery: From Cardiac Arrest to Comeback

Nabil Bentaleb, former Tottenham and Algeria footballer, is training again with Lille after recovering from a cardiorespiratory arrest. He collapsed in June and was in a coma, now fitted with a pacemaker. His return follows that of Christian Eriksen, who overcame a cardiac arrest in 2021.

Former Tottenham and Algeria midfielder Nabil Bentaleb has returned to training with Lille, less than seven months after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest.

Lille's coach, Bruno Genesio, stated that Bentaleb resumed individual training with a physical trainer and has started ball practice. "He's in good spirits and motivated," Genesio remarked.

Bentaleb hopes to follow Christian Eriksen's example, restarting his career with medical assistance after a similar collapse. Bentaleb, who rejoined Lille in 2023, began his journey at the club's academy and previously made over 60 appearances with Tottenham before spells in Germany and France.

(With inputs from agencies.)