Brazilian football icon Roberto Carlos (52) was hospitalized in São Paulo due to heart problems, and the operation lasted more than three hours due to unexpected complications.
The legendary left back, who won the World Cup with Brazil in 2002 and three Champions Leagues with Real Madrid, is now recovering and is out of danger, writes the Daily Mail.
Unexpected complications during surgery
The heart problems were discovered by accident, after Carlos went for a check-up for a small blood clot in his leg. Magnetic resonance imaging of the whole body showed that his the heart is not working properlywhich is why he was urgently admitted for an operation to insert a catheter, writes Index.
According to the Spanish newspaper AS, the operation, which was supposed to last about forty minutes, was considerably longer. Carlos spent almost three hours in the operating room, but in the end the operation was successfully completed.
The Spanish newspaper adds that the former footballer is now “out of danger”, but will remain under medical supervision for the next two days. Carlos sent a short message to AS through his representatives, saying that “he is fine now”.
This is the second health problem that has befallen the 52-year-old during 2025. In April he was forced postpone the planned trip to Nepal due to, as it was announced at the time, a “sudden illness”. The visit was postponed by a few days, so Carlos still arrived in Kathmandu for the final of the Super League there.
Turbulence in private life
At the beginning of the year, Carlos found himself in the center of media attention due to rumors that he was divorcing his wife Mariana Lucon, the mother of two of his eleven children, and that he was sleeping in the training camp of Real Madrid, where he works as an ambassador. There has also been speculation that Lucon could claim a share of his £133 million fortune.
However, Carlos quickly denied the writings, calling them “unfounded rumours”.
In recent days I have become aware of false and harmful stories circulating about me and my family, Carlos said in a press release. “While I value privacy, I feel compelled to address unsubstantiated rumors about my living situation. These fabricated stories are completely false and appear to be designed to generate clicks.”
I stay in a private residence, with the support of my family members. My legal team is reviewing these claims and will take appropriate action. I ask for privacy regarding personal matters and thank those who continue to support me at this time, he concluded then.
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