Former Barcelona defender Eric Abidal has quashed social media rumours of his loss of life, making it clear in a post on Instagram that he’s alive and nicely.
There have been claims this week that Abidal had handed away on account of problems from the liver transplant he underwent in 2012. Abidal, 46, was identified with liver most cancers in 2011 however subsequently returned to soccer in 2013 after having the tumour eliminated after which present process a transplant.
Abidal’s submit on his Instagram story learn: “Some rumours ought to by no means exist.
“I’m right here with my household and every little thing is ok. Respect is crucial. There’s a household and my youngsters behind this.
“To be clear, I’m superb, I’m alive and nicely. Thanks in your assist and messages of concern. Let’s give attention to what actually issues.”
Abidal performed for Monaco, Lille and Lyon earlier than shifting to Barcelona in 2007. He gained 15 trophies in his time at Camp Nou, together with 4 LaLiga titles and two Champions League crowns. At worldwide stage, Abidal gained 67 caps for France and was a part of the facet that reached the World Cup remaining in 2006.
After getting back from his battle with most cancers, he signed off his Barca profession by lifting the 2012-13 LaLiga title. Abidal returned to Monaco and had a spell in Greece with Olympiacos earlier than calling time on his taking part in profession.
He re-joined Barcelona because the membership’s sporting director in 2018, staying in that submit till August 2020. Abidal was appointed to the identical function by Al Wasl Sports activities Membership within the United Arab Emirates earlier this yr.
