11:46  ,  November 28, 2014

Pelé denies being taken to hospital intensive care unit

Pelé has spoken about his current health condition.

“Hello everyone, I want to take this opportunity to let you know that I am doing fine.

“I was not put into intensive care today, I was simply relocated to a special room within the hospital for privacy purposes only.

“I am blessed to receive your love and support, and thank God this is nothing serious.

“I am looking forward to spending the upcoming holidays with my family,” the 74-year-old Brazil football legend tweeted, in particular.

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