Roberto Carlos has updated fans from his hospital bed (Picture: oficialrc3/Instagram)Roberto Carlos has spoken out from hospital about his current condition, denying rumours that he suffered a heart attack. The legendary full-back became a global superstar thanks to his performances for Real Madrid and Brazil. Now firmly in retirement, Carlos has undergone surgery on a heart condition, but he has eased fears over the severity of his illness. Our journalists work hard to deliver the most important stories from around the world‘We are deeply saddened to hear that our former player Roberto Carlos has undergone heart surgery,’ the club posted on X. ‘Get well soon, legend.’Arrow MORE: Luka Modric names toughest manager in the world who ‘made Cristiano Ronaldo cry’Arrow MORE: Luka Modric gutted by Chelsea’s £40m transfer deal with Real Madrid

Source: Metro January 01, 2026 13:04 UTC