Pearson in 'great spirits' despite hospital visit

Pearson was taken to hospital after the Championship leaders' 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, and remained there to undergo further tests.

The result at Ewood Park extended Leciester's unbeaten run to 17 games, but that achievement was overshadowed by Pearson's ill health.

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