Ian Baraclough recovering in hospital from neck and back injuries
Partick Thistle sporting director Ian Baraclough is recovering in hospital after suffering "extensive back and neck injuries" while swimming in Mauritius just over a week ago.
The Scottish Championship club said in a statement that the 54-year-old former Northern Ireland manager, who began his role at Firhill in April, "required immediate surgery to ensure that the injuries were not life-changing".
They added that it would likely be "several weeks" before he can return to Scotland.
Club chairman Richard Beastall said on the Jags' website: "It was a harrowing time for Ian and his family immediately after the accident, however things are beginning to settle now.
"He suffered broken bones in both his neck and back but thankfully the speed in which he was operated on, and the care that was taken pre-operation, has helped the situation significantly."
Baraclough added: "On behalf of myself, my wife, my children and my wider family, I would like to thank the surgeons and staff at the Wellkin Hospital, Mauritius for their exceptional care."
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