The legend of Dynamo Kyiv and Ballon d'Or winner Oleg Blokhin is experiencing back problems. This was shared in an interview with the publication "Ukrainskyi Football" by another former Dynamo player, former Kyiv club forward Oleg Salenko, who wished his ex-teammate a speedy recovery. According to Sport RBC.UA, Salenko's comments came in the wake of Blokhin's recent anniversary: on November 5, the 1975 Ballon d'Or winner turned 74.
Anniversary greetings and the primary wish
Taking the opportunity, Oleg Salenko sent his birthday greetings to Blokhin. As the former forward emphasized, at his current age and given his health condition, well-being is the greatest gift for the veteran. "I will take this opportunity to congratulate Oleg Blokhin, who recently celebrated his birthday. He has certain back problems, so I wish him, first and foremost, strong health," Salenko stated in his conversation with "Ukrainskyi Football".
What troubles the legend
According to Salenko, Blokhin is currently troubled by back issues. The former striker did not disclose specific medical diagnoses or details about the nature of the ailment, limiting himself to stating that the veteran "has some back problems." This is precisely why the wish for health in his congratulatory message was presented as a priority rather than a mere formality.
Blokhin's career at Dynamo
Oleg Blokhin is among the greatest footballers in the history of Dynamo Kyiv. He played for the capital's club from 1969 to 1987, making 585 appearances and scoring 280 goals — both figures, according to the source, remain club records. As part of the "white-and-blues," Blokhin became the Soviet champion seven times, won the national Cup five times, won the Cup Winners' Cup twice, and claimed the UEFA Super Cup once.
The Ballon d'Or and legacy
In 1975, Blokhin received the Ballon d'Or, becoming the first representative of Ukraine to achieve this honor. This fact cemented his status as one of the symbols of Ukrainian football. Against the backdrop of reports about his health, well-wishes from his Dynamo colleagues hold special weight: for the generation that grew up watching Blokhin play, his well-being is not just a personal story but part of the shared football memory.
