Carl Starfelt has faced tremendous obstacles off the pitch since joining Spanish club Celta Vigo.
The Swedish defender, who joined Celta Vigo following a successful two-year spell with Celtic, has been dealing with an unknown sickness that has forced him to miss many La Liga games.
The main cause of his health difficulties was a mold infestation in his residence, which resulted in recurring illnesses and respiratory problems.
Starfelt moved out of his flat after discovering mold in several rooms, including the bathroom, living room, and patio, and has been staying in a hotel for the past six weeks.
He said: [SunSport] “In the beginning, I got sick all the time, four or five times a month.
“I was very tired, had trouble breathing through my nose, and things like that. It wasn’t a fun period.”
I tried to figure out what it was. I changed my diet, my sleep, and all that kind of stuff.
“But then I managed to identify it.
“There was a hole in the roof.
“And it’s already damp in Vigo.
“So it would probably have got more moisture in there, and become very mouldy.
“It was new, like nothing I had experienced before.
“Now I’m living in a hotel, and have been doing so for the last month and a half.
“It feels much better. I have made a full recovery.
“I won’t move back there, even if the mould is removed. I’ll see if I can find something else.
“Otherwise, I’ll stay in a hotel for the rest of the season.”
Despite his personal troubles, Starfelt has managed to perform on the field for Celta Vigo.
He’s been a huge loss for Celtic this season, as the quality and stability he brought to the back line has been emphasized by the club’s troubles.
He played a crucial role in winning five titles, including a treble last season.
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