Chelsea star Alex has been forced to have a heart bypass operation aged just 39.The retired defender provided an update on his health to fans through a video message uploaded to social media by his former club, Santos.
In the video, Alex denies reports he has suffered a heart attack and confirms that he was forced to have a heart operation in order to clear four blocked arteries.Santos posted footage of Alex from his hospital bed on Friday along with the caption: “Our idol sent a message to reassure the Santista Nation!
We are all with you and rooting for your speedy recovery!”Speaking in the clip, Alex explains: "I came here to deny reports saying I had a heart attack.
I found a problem a few days ago, doctors decided to give me a bypass surgery."I had four blocked arteries. I just left the intensive care unit.
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