Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel has died following a collision with a goalkeeper during a match, his club Tenerife confirmed. The striker was rushed to hospital and placed in intensive care after the incident, but his condition "worsened neurologically," according to a club statement.
The 27-year-old forward suffered the serious head injury during a game earlier this week. Medical staff provided immediate treatment on the pitch before he was transported to a local hospital for emergency care.
Tenerife announced the tragic news on Tuesday, expressing deep sorrow at the loss of their player. The club said de Miguel's condition had deteriorated despite the best efforts of medical specialists.
De Miguel joined Tenerife in 2024 and had become a regular in the starting lineup. The Canary Islands club competes in Spain's Segunda Division.
The Spanish football federation and La Liga have both offered condolences to de Miguel's family, teammates, and the wider Tenerife community. Tributes have poured in from across Spanish football, with clubs observing moments of silence at matches this weekend.
