Flamengo on Kleberson in hospital: “We’re always with you”

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·13 July 2026

Flamengo on Kleberson in hospital: “We’re always with you”

Kleberson played for Flamengo between 2008 and 2012, when he won the 2009 Brasileirão

Former player Kleberson, a 2002 world champion, had to be hospitalized on Sunday (12) because of blocked arteries. Flamengo then showed support for the former Rubro-Negro defensive midfielder through social media.

“Our former player Kleberson had to be hospitalized due to severe chest pain caused by blocked arteries. He is doing well, has already reassured his fans, and we want to take the opportunity to wish him a speedy recovery. Stay strong, star! We’re always with you,” the Rubro-Negro profile posted on X, formerly Twitter.

Why did Kleberson need to be hospitalized?

The 2009 Brazilian champion with Mengão felt severe chest pain because of the blockages. However, the former Brazil national team player is already doing well and reassured fans in a video recorded outside Hospital Cardiológico Costantini in Curitiba.

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“We went to the hospital to do the tests, the check-ups we needed to do, especially cardiac exams. Unfortunately, something showed up and I’ll need to undergo a full round of these tests, but thank God it’s nothing serious, I’m sure it won’t be anything serious,” he said in a video posted on Instagram.

How did Kleberson do at Flamengo?

The midfielder was at Besiktas (TUR) when Flamengo signed him in 2007, but he only started playing in 2008. Kleberson had to give up 3.18 million euros (R$ 8.26 million) to terminate his contract with the Turkish club and wear the Sacred Jersey.

As a result, the fans literally carried the new signing on their shoulders during his presentation at Fla. He then stayed at the club from 2008 to 2012, making 136 appearances and winning the Brasileirão, the Carioca, and the Taça Rio.

How is the midfielder’s retirement going?

After hanging up his boots, Kleberson has so far pursued a low-profile coaching career. The former player was an assistant at the Philadelphia Union Academy (USA), Philadelphia Union II (USA), and New York City, as well as technical director at América-MG, and he is currently the head coach of North, from Minas Gerais.

Did Kleberson conquer the world?

Kleberson began the 2002 World Cup as a substitute, but from the quarterfinals on, the midfielder never left the starting lineup. Replacing Juninho Paulista, the defensive midfielder was one of Brazil’s best players in the final against Germany.

That’s because the former player provided the assist for Ronaldo’s first goal. The number 9 scored again at International Stadium Yokohama to seal Brazil’s fifth — and most recent — world title.

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