Emergency services were called to the Rooney family’s £20 million mansion in Cheshire last night after Kai Rooney, 14, the eldest son of football icon Wayne and Coleen Rooney, was reportedly found in a critical condition inside his bedroom.

Sources close to the family described the scene as “chaotic and heartbreaking”. Ambulance crews arrived at around 11:40pm following a distress call from a family member. Within minutes, the Rooney family home – known as a fortress of privacy – became a scene of flashing blue lights, ambulances and shocked onlookers.

“Coleen was inconsolable,” said a neighbour who witnessed the emergency. “Wayne looked pale, absolutely devastated. Whatever happened, it’s something no parent should have to deal with.”

While details surrounding the incident remain unclear, initial reports suggest Kai was found unconscious before being taken to a nearby hospital under heavy security. Medical staff are said to be “doing everything they can” as his family remain by his side.

Kai, who has recently started to attract attention as a rising star at Manchester United’s youth academy, was seen training just days earlier and appeared in high spirits. His most recent social media post – a picture of him wearing a United shirt with the caption “Focused” – has since been flooded with thoughts and prayers.

The Rooney family have yet to release an official statement, but a spokesperson close to the couple described the situation as “deeply distressing” and asked for privacy during what they called “the most difficult moment of their lives”.

Friends of the family, including some of Wayne’s former teammates, have reached out to offer their support. “Praying for Kai,” one former Manchester United player wrote on X. “Stay strong, Wayne and Coleen. The whole football world is with you.”

As of this morning, hospital officials have yet to confirm Kai’s condition, and speculation continues to swirl online. Outside the hospital, reporters and worried fans have gathered, waiting for any sign of news.

Now, the Rooney family – a family long accustomed to the spotlight – are facing the unthinkable: a private nightmare unfolding before the eyes of the world.