Fabrice Muamba was 'dead' for 78 minutes

Drama ... medics tend fallen ace Fabrice Muamba

Adebayor, who was joined by Chelsea's Michael Essien on a previous visit, said the player was on "on good form" and "back with us again". He added: "He's much better, he's talking, he's acting normal. As a brother, as a friend, it is a big relief."

Bolton boss Owen Coyle said he "managed to exchange a few words" with Muamba during a visit. He added: "Fabrice remains critical but there has been improvement. It's still very early and he has a long way to go."

Asked if Muamba could make a full recovery, Coyle replied: "It has happened before."

The manager was joined at the hospital by Bolton skipper Kevin Davies and several club players.

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