Ex-Rangers star Alfredo Morelos ‘arrested for drink-drive accident that left motorcyclist with horror injuries’

ALFREDO MORELOS has been arrested in Colombia after an alleged drink-driving accident left a motorcyclist with horror injuries.

It is understood the former Rangers star was caught by police on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

According to local media reports, Morelos collided with a motorbike when he pulled into the opposite lane to pass a van near José María Córdova airport, in Rionegro, Antioquia.

The motorcyclist suffered broken limbs and abdominal trauma and was taken to San Vicente Fundación hospital for treatment.

It's suggested Morelos didn't suffer any injuries along with the driver of the van.

Colombian outlet El Tiempo claim Morelos failed a breathalyzer test at the scene and was arrested for "negligent personal injuries," claiming he had a "degree two of intoxication".

Noticas report that the forward will have to pay a £4,100 fine after being found guilty of drink-driving.

Morelos' driving license will also be suspended for a period of three to five years for the offence.

It is stated that he must undergo 40 days of community service and his vehicle will be immobilized for six days.

Reports also say his current club Atletico Nacional denied any claims the striker was under the influence of alcohol, before traffic authorities confirmed the test result.

He has been dropped from their squad for their Copa Colombia quarter-final second leg against Jaguares de Cordoba.

Morelos was on his way to training when the accident occurred.

The motorcyclist has been identified as Sebastián Guillermo Dávila Valderrama.

His current condition is considered positive and he is being closely monitored by doctors at the hospital. It is said he required surgery.

Morelos, 28, returned to Colombia after eight years away from his homeland in July after he agreed a six month loan deal with Atletico Nacional.

He ended his nightmare stint in Brazil after he was part of the Santos team that endured their first relegation from the top flight in decades.

The former Rangers star spent six years at Ibrox after joining the club from HJK Helsinki in 2017.

The controversial hitman left Glasgow last year on a free after becoming the club's all-time record goal-scorer in European competitions.

He only made 20 appearances for the fallen Brazilian giants following his switch before heading back to his homeland this summer.

Morelos' arrival at Atletico Nacional was viewed as a huge coup for the top flight club after his successful goal-scoring form in Europe with the Light Blues.

Infact he was recently dubbed the player with the highest transfer value in the entire country, according to experts.

That's despite former Chelsea and Manchester United striker Radamel Falcao and international goalkeeper David Ospina both playing in the league as well.

But much-like his fellow countryman Falcao, Morelos also had opportunities to test himself at other top clubs in Europe before running down his contract at Ibrox.

The striker was linked with a stunning transfer to French side Lille in 2020 and he had reportedly agreed to a £16million switch only for the move never to materialise.

Plenty of other suitors were also on his trail while in Glasgow, including Porto, Crystal Palace and even AC Milan.

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