Alan Brazil reveals he’s had a liver transplant as he lifts lid on scary experience during operation

Health & Fitness
4 Jun 2026 • 5:45 PM MYT
The Independent
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Alan Brazil reveals he’s had a liver transplant as he lifts lid on scary experience during operation

  • Alan Brazil, the former Ipswich and Scotland striker and TalkSport host, has revealed he is "lucky to be alive" after undergoing a life-saving liver transplant.
  • The 66-year-old confirmed he is "on the mend" and "alive and kicking" after returning to his radio show on Thursday morning, stating he is gradually improving.
  • Brazil disclosed that his heart stopped during the operation at Addenbrooke's Hospital but fortunately restarted on its own.
  • The procedure took place just hours after he finished presenting his breakfast show, highlighting the urgency of his condition.
  • Brazil, who scored 76 goals for Ipswich and made 13 appearances for Scotland, expressed profound gratitude to the medical team for saving his life.

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