Yalcouyé went viral for his appearance but was diagnosed with chronic alopecia
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Yalcouyé went viral for his appearance but was diagnosed with chronic alopecia

Record31 August 2026 at 09:28

Yalcouyé, a 20-year-old midfielder from Brighton, went viral on social media due to his appearance, specifically the absence of hair. Images of the young player began circulating online, generating great discussion among users.

After going viral, it was revealed that Yalcouyé suffers from chronic alopecia, a medical condition that causes hair loss. This diagnosis explained the appearance that caught attention on social media and that motivated the online conversations.

The young footballer, who is 20 years old, plays as a midfielder and represents Brighton, a club in the English league. The situation generated a debate about how online comments can affect young professional athletes.

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