Experiencing Depression, Craig Bellamy Leaves The Position Of Anderlecht Assistant Coach

Craig Bellamy (Twitter @ @rscanderlecht)

JAKARTA - Craig Bellamy left his role as assistant coach of Anderlecht. He will start treatment for his depression.

Bellamy was brought to Anderlecht by his former Manchester City team-mate and now coach, Vincent Kompany.

In 2020 Bellamy revealed he had been taking medication to treat mental health problems for more than three years.

Now, after Anderlecht's 7-2 win over Malines, Bellamy said goodbye to his club. This former patent winger will return to England to undergo treatment.

"Bellamy has struggled with mental health issues in the past and this has resurfaced recently", read a club statement.

"With the Welshman leaving it has made it very difficult, but absolutely necessary, for his health.

"Both coach Vincent Kompany and sporting director Peter Verbeke thank Bellamy for his hard work and show great understanding of his brave decision".

Craig Bellamy prend une décision courageuse et quitte le RSCA pour travailler sur sa santé mentale. Hij kampt al een tijdje met mentale problemen, en die nemen weer de bovenhand. Avez-vous besoin d'une conversation? Check https://t.co/lCbSWDjZdB om te zien bij wie je terechtkan. pic.twitter.com/WwxQdyNSUx

— RSC Anderlecht (@rscanderlecht) September 13, 2021