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Brazil legend Roberto Carlos has been hospitalized after a heart attack, Spanish media reported on Wednesday.
The former Real Madrid star has undergone unexpected but successful heart surgery, and is now in recovery.
The 52-year-old former left back was on vacation in Brazil when he was rushed to a hospital in Sao Paulo for what was described as a routine medical check-up.
Later on, Doctors discovered a severe underlying issue: a blood clot that had significantly reduced his heart’s pumping capacity.
According to Marca, sources close to the 2002 World Cup winner say he is currently recovering.
Roberto Carlos himself reportedly told AS: “I’m doing well now and I’m under close observation.”
After the three-hour operation, he is expected to remain under observation in the hospital for another two days.
For the unversed, Roberto Carlos enjoyed a joyous career with 127 caps for Brazil and was a crucial figure in their 2022 World Cup triumph, held in South Korea and Japan.
At the club level, he became a global icon during his time at Real Madrid, where he played 527 competitive matches between 1996 and 2007.
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