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Pele 'back on the field' after short hospital stay in Paris

After returning to Brazil following treatment, the legendary figure has told fans he is "thirsting for new goals in life".

Former Brazil star Pele has thanked medical staff following his short spell in hospital and assured fans he is "back on the field".

The 78-year-old was treated for a urinary tract infection in Paris, where he had been attending a commercial event alongside Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe.

He returned home to Brazil last week and has now told his followers on social media that his recovery has gone well.

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