Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he described as "a preventative medical procedure".
The former left-back updated fans on his condition via his Instagram, which included a picture of him smiling in a hospital bed.
He also denied rumours that he had suffered a heart attack.
He wrote that he would like to clarify recent information that has been circling and he recently underwent a preventative medical procedure, planned in advance with his medical team.
He says the procedure was successful, and he is well and he did not suffer a heart attack.
Carlos went on to say that he is recovering well, and looking forward to returning to full fitness and resuming his professional and personal commitments soon.
The 52-year-old won four La Liga titles and three Champions Leagues across 527 appearances for Real Madrid, and lifted the World Cup with Brazil in 2002.
Renowned as a free-kick specialist, his other clubs included Palmeiras, Inter Milan, Fenerbahce and Corinthians.
Source: BBC
