Former Manchester City midfielder Stephen Ireland has undergone surgery after suffering a double leg break, with his wife Jessica providing an update on his recovery. The 39-year-old sustained the horrific injury while turning out for Wythenshawe over-35s in the Cheshire Veterans Premier Division Cup final against South Liverpool on Sunday, after being on the receiving end of a sickening challenge. The incident unfolded in the first half when Ireland came off worse in a 50/50 challenge.