The whole of England is shocked by the news that Kit Rooney – the third son of Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney – suffered serious injuries in an accident at school. According to sources close to the family, the incident happened this morning, causing Kit to be rushed to the hospital in a state that has worried everyone.

Wayne Rooney, who is busy with his training schedule at Birmingham City, is said to have immediately left training, got in his car and rushed straight to the hospital just minutes after receiving the bad news. A witness at the scene said: “He didn’t say a word, just threw the phone on the table and ran off the field. I’ve never seen Rooney so panicked.”

A family source confirmed that his wife, Coleen Rooney, burst into tears when she received the call from the school, and immediately went to the hospital with her husband. Although details of the cause of the accident are not yet known, a close family friend said Kit “fell heavily during a sporting activity”, resulting in serious injuries to his leg and shoulder.

The British press immediately reported the news, flooding social media with prayers, support and shares from fans. Thousands of comments with the hashtag #PrayForKit appeared within an hour of the news spreading. One fan wrote: “Unbelievable. Wayne is a great dad – hope he gets well soon. The Rooney family has the hearts of the whole of England.”

A Daily Mirror reporter at the hospital said Wayne Rooney looked “exhausted and in pain”, but remained by his son’s bedside. “He sat there, holding his hand, saying nothing. Coleen kept wiping away tears. It was a heartbreaking moment for everyone who witnessed it.”

Rooney’s former teammates, including Rio Ferdinand, Gary Neville and Cristiano Ronaldo, all sent messages of support via social media. Ferdinand wrote: “Brother, I know your heart is broken, but stay strong. We are with you and your family.”

An unnamed doctor revealed that Kit is being closely monitored and is “more stable than when he first came into hospital”, but still needs time to fully recover.

British media described the atmosphere at Manchester Central Hospital as “heavy and eerily quiet”. Security guards had to step up surveillance after dozens of reporters and fans turned up to leave flowers, cards and teddy bears for the boy.

Wayne Rooney, who scored more than 250 goals for Manchester United, is known to be very close to his children. In many interviews, he has said that “being a father is what I am most proud of, not trophies or goals”.

And today, the former football hero is fighting for the most precious thing in life – not a title, but the health and smile of his young son.

Fans everywhere are still praying, hoping that Kit Rooney will soon overcome and return to the loving arms of his family.