Ed Sheeran has told his fans he may have to postpone tour dates after breaking his arm in a bicycle accident.

The Suffolk singer , 26, was knocked off his bike in the capital and has been rushed to hospital.

He shared a picture of his arm in a cast on Instagram from his hospital bed this morning.

He wrote: 'I've had a bit of a bicycle accident and I'm currently waiting on some medical advice, which may affect some of my upcoming shows.

'Please stay tuned for further news. Ed x.'

Australian DJ Smallzy broke the news to Ed's fans on Twitter.

He said: 'Hope what I'm hearing isn't true. Sources in LDN @edsheeran telling me he's been hit by a car while riding a bike. Sending healing vibes.'