Alan Brazil undergoes liver transplant after heart complication
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:42 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Alan Brazil, former Scotland and Ipswich striker, revealed his heart stopped during a recent liver transplant. Speaking after returning to the air on TalkSport, the 66-year-old confirmed he is recovering and looking forward to returning to full health in the coming weeks. Brazil stated that he feels fortunate to be alive, attributing his recovery to the care received at Addenbrooke's Hospital. The operation took place shortly after he finished presenting his show, marking a significant event in his life following a challenging few months.
- •Alan Brazil is 66 years old and has played for Scotland and Ipswich.
- •He confirms he is recovering after a life-saving liver transplant.
- •Brazil's heart temporarily stopped during the procedure.
- •He hopes to return to broadcasting within two to three weeks.
- •Brazil remarked on the health struggles of fellow sports figures.
- 10:42 AMYahoo Sports — Former Scotland forward Brazil 'lucky' to be alive
- 10:42 AMBBC Sport — Former Scotland forward Brazil 'lucky' to be alive
- 9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Alan Brazil ‘lucky to be alive’ after heart stopped during operation
"Former Scotland striker Alan Brazil says he is "very, very lucky to be here" after recent liver transplant.
"Former Scotland striker Alan Brazil says he is "very, very lucky to be here" after recent liver transplant.
"The former Ipswich and Scotland striker confirmed he is ‘on the mend’ after undergoing a liver transplant
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 10:42 AMFormer Scotland forward Brazil 'lucky' to be alive
Former Scotland striker Alan Brazil says he is "very, very lucky to be here" after recent liver transplant.
- BBC SportJun 4, 2026, 10:42 AMFormer Scotland forward Brazil 'lucky' to be alive
Former Scotland striker Alan Brazil says he is "very, very lucky to be here" after recent liver transplant.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 9:17 AMAlan Brazil ‘lucky to be alive’ after heart stopped during operation
The former Ipswich and Scotland striker confirmed he is ‘on the mend’ after undergoing a liver transplant
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