Coleen kept hospital vigil for Rosie over Christmas

Wayne and Coleen Rooney have kept a hospital vigil over Christmas for her ill little sister Rosie.

The couple, who are new parents to baby boy Kai, have frequently visited the 11-year-old, who suffers from a rare brain disorder.

Rosie was rushed into an intensive care unit in Liverpool on Monday when her condition deteriorated badly.

Yesterday Wayne joined Coleen in Christmas Day prayers for her sick little sister.

A family friend said last night: “They changed their Christmas plans to make sure they were there for Rosie as often as possible. Coleen has been going every day and Wayne has been two or three times.

“He insisted on going despite having intensive training sessions over the Christmas period. He’s a brilliant uncle to Rosie and both he and Coleen dote on her.

“They were extremely worried when she was in intensive care and are still deeply concerned about her condition. The whole family are praying she gets better soon.”

Rosie was taken into intensive care at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Liverpool, on Monday with a problem linked to Rett Syndrome – her brain condition which means she is unable to walk or talk.

She was transferred to a regular ward the following day but doctors are still monitoring her closely.

Wayne, 24, and Coleen, 23, had been looking forward to spending their first Christmas with baby Kai, born last month. But they have also made plenty of time for Rosie.

The friend said: “They are keeping their fingers crossed that Rosie will improve soon. It’s been tough on the whole family seeing her like this over Christmas.”

Coleen’s parents Tony and Colette were first to visit adopted Rosie yesterday, with other family members expected later.

A spokesman for Wayne and Coleen said last night: “Rosie is receiving the best treatment possible from the wonderful team that have helped to look after her over the years.”

Source: The Sun