Tragedy struck the football world with the passing of Jesus de Miguel, a 30-year-old player who was taken into intensive care on Monday after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest. Despite efforts to revive him, de Miguel sadly did not regain consciousness, leaving the football community in shock and mourning.
Following the announcement of his death from Tenerife on Monday morning, tributes began pouring in from various sources. Real Madrid, for instance, held a minute of silence before their training session on Tuesday, with players standing in a circle to pay their respects.
Real Madrid expressed their condolences and affection to de Miguel's family, teammates, and loved ones, stating: "We wish to express our condolences and affection to his family, his teammates, his club and all his loved ones."
Gerard Pique, FC Andorra's majority shareholder and Barcelona legend, wrote: "I am so deeply sorry. Rest in peace, Jesus."
Javier Tebas, LaLiga president, shared the community's pain, stating: "Today we all share the terrible pain of an irreplaceable loss.” He also offered his deepest condolences to de Miguel's family, loved ones, teammates, and his entire club, adding: “All my affection and support in these very difficult moments. Rest in peace.”
FC Barcelona expressed their sadness over the tragic news, stating: "From FC Barcelona, we are deeply saddened by the tragic news of the passing of Jesus de Miguel, CD Tenerife player. Our thoughts and support are with his family, friends, and loved ones during these difficult times."
CD Castellon, de Miguel's former club, remembered him fondly, stating: "He defended this shirt with pride, celebrated goals with our fans at the SkyFi Castalia, and was part of a story that this supporter base will never forget."
The club added: "You will always be one of ours, Demi."
As a mark of respect, the Spanish football federation announced the postponement of all games due to be held on Tuesday in the Copa del Rey and the Copa de la Reina.
