Brazilian football legend Pele has issued an update on his ill health after being admitted to hospital following complications in his chemotherapy treatment for colon cancer.
The footballing icon has urged fans to remain “calm” and insisted he is “strong” despite reports he has been moved to palliative care ward.
The three-time World Cup winner, 82, has been reassessing his options due to the cancer treatment not working. He was taken to hospital last week with symptoms of ‘heart failure’.
Albert Einstein Hospital also released a statement saying his condition was stable.
Pele’s daughter, Kely Nascimento, said that there is no emergency and promised to post photos for New Year.
News of Pele’s ill health has been met by a widespread feeling of good will in the footballing world. France striker Kylian Mbappe tweeted: “Pray for the King.”
England captain Harry Kane sent hi best wishes to Pele and his family whilst saying that Pele “is an inspiration in our game – an incredible footballer and an incredible person.”
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