Original sentence: Charles first played for the Wales national team shortly after his 18th birthday.In the foreword for Charles' autobiography, Sir Bobby Robson described him as "incomparable" and classed him among the all-time footballing greats such as Pelé, Diego Maradona and George Best.The John Charles Lounge in Aberystwyth Town Football Club's ground is named after Charles.for a then-British-record £65,000 transfer fee
Edited sentence: Alzheimers disease in his latter years may have been an obstacle to the honour.An online petition to that effect was established in Wales.Apart from his versatility, he was comfortable with either foot, possessed a delicate first touch and had great stamina and strength.But his greatest attribute was his aerial ability.During his days in the Army he played basketball which taught him to jump great heights.Even in his later years he found it difficult to walk the streets of Turin without being mobbed.He remained greatly honoured in both Britain and Italy.He was of world class standard in both the centre-half and centre-forward positions, a rarity in football.In the foreword for John's autobiography, Sir Bobby Robson described him as "incomparable" and classed him among the all-time footballing greats such as Pelé, Diego Maradona and George Best.John Charles first played for the Wales national team shortly after his 18th birthday.John Charles is considered by many commentators to have been one of the greatest all-round footballers ever.Many believe that John Charles should have been knighted alongside English greats such as Tom Finney and Bobby Charlton.The John Charles Lounge at Aberystwyth Town Football Club named in his memory.The John Charles Lounge in Aberystwyth Town Football Club's Ground named after Charles.This ability enabled him to rise above defences and deliver powerful headers.This is a remarkable feat at a club which has had such foreign stars as Michel Platini, Zinedine Zidane and Zbigniew Boniek in its first team.for a then-British record £65,000 transfer fee