F1 legend Michael Schumacher’s old manager has insisted for "honest" health updates to be revealed about his condition.
Willi Weber, 74, who helped make Schumacher a global sports phenomenon, said his fans deserve “the truth”.
It comes amid ominous reports that his health is “not good” in the aftermath of a devastating skiing injury.
Schumacher, a seven-time Formula One world champion, suffered traumatic injuries after hitting his head while skiing in Meribel, France in December 2013.
He was plunged into a six-month coma, followed by a lengthy spell receiving intensive hospital treatment.
Schumacher left a Swiss hospital in September 2014 to continue treatment at home - but his medical condition has been kept under wraps by family.
Unconfirmed reports have swirled ever since - forcing those close to him to dismiss bursts of optimism as “false hope”.
Mr Weber, speaking with German media, said fans would be “happy” just knowing the truth.
He said: “I think Michael's fans would be happy if they were given an honest message about his condition.
“It would also help the people with whom Michael worked all these years better cope with the situation.”
In December he revealed that “dozens” of entreaties to Corinna have been refused, leaving him in a “terrible” situation.
His family have remained tight-lipped about Schumacher.
They say he has shown “small encouraging signs”, but have given no specifics.
The most recent claims about Schumacher are that his overall condition is “not good”.
Luca di Montezemolo, who was chairman of Ferrari during the Schumacher years, gave the update a week ago.
He also provided no specifics, telling reporters only: “I have news and unfortunately it is not good.”
He later added: "Life is strange. He was a fantastic driver and only had one accident with Ferrari in 1999.”
Unconfirmed reports have claimed Schumacher is bed-bound, requires 24-hour care and machines to help him breathe at night.
Last year his family strenuously denied reports he can move on his own and had spoken his first words since the accident.
His current manager Sabine Kehm said: “Such speculation is irresponsible, because given the seriousness of his injuries, his privacy is very important for Michael.
“Unfortunately it also gives false hope to many involved people."
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| Willi Weber (r with Schumacher) called for clarity on the legend's condition after a ski accident |
Schumacher, a seven-time Formula One world champion, suffered traumatic injuries after hitting his head while skiing in Meribel, France in December 2013.
He was plunged into a six-month coma, followed by a lengthy spell receiving intensive hospital treatment.
Schumacher left a Swiss hospital in September 2014 to continue treatment at home - but his medical condition has been kept under wraps by family.
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| Mr Weber wants family life Corinna Schumacher (pictured with Michael) to speak out |
Mr Weber, speaking with German media, said fans would be “happy” just knowing the truth.
He said: “I think Michael's fans would be happy if they were given an honest message about his condition.
“It would also help the people with whom Michael worked all these years better cope with the situation.”
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| Schumacher, pictured going over a jump, was a keen skier until his accident |
Mr Weber has previously criticised Schumacher’s wife for not letting him see his old friend.
In December he revealed that “dozens” of entreaties to Corinna have been refused, leaving him in a “terrible” situation.
His family have remained tight-lipped about Schumacher.
They say he has shown “small encouraging signs”, but have given no specifics.
The most recent claims about Schumacher are that his overall condition is “not good”.
Luca di Montezemolo, who was chairman of Ferrari during the Schumacher years, gave the update a week ago.
He also provided no specifics, telling reporters only: “I have news and unfortunately it is not good.”
He later added: "Life is strange. He was a fantastic driver and only had one accident with Ferrari in 1999.”
Unconfirmed reports have claimed Schumacher is bed-bound, requires 24-hour care and machines to help him breathe at night.
Last year his family strenuously denied reports he can move on his own and had spoken his first words since the accident.
His current manager Sabine Kehm said: “Such speculation is irresponsible, because given the seriousness of his injuries, his privacy is very important for Michael.
“Unfortunately it also gives false hope to many involved people."
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