Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pelé, has been admitted to the hospital. His condition is worrisome, as he has a general edema and heart failure. Additionally, he struggles to eat. This was announced by journalist Juan Pablo Varsky on his social media.
"The main Brazilian media outlets report that Pelé is hospitalized. The situation is worrisome. He has a general edema and heart failure. He has difficulties with feeding. He will undergo a battery of tests this afternoon. Chemotherapy is not working," he tweeted.
Juan Pablo Varsky's tweet. Photo: Twitter
What happened to Pelé?
According to ESPN Brazil, the player considered by many to be the best footballer in history was taken to Albert Einstein Hospital by his wife, as he has swelling throughout his body. Subsequently, at the health center, he was diagnosed with decompensated heart failure.
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In addition, he is experiencing a state of mental confusion, so doctors are conducting various studies to assess the condition of the all-time top scorer of the Brazilian national team.
These health problems are believed to be related to the different chemotherapy treatments he has undergone in recent months due to colon cancer diagnosed last year.
Brazil's Legend
Pelé is considered the greatest footballer in history and is the only player to have won the World Cup three times; he achieved it with the Brazilian national team, for which he is the all-time top scorer with 77 goals.