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PSG Boss Luis Enrique Hospitalized After Cycling Accident, Faces Surgery
Sep
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has been hospitalized and will require surgery after fracturing his collarbone in a cycling accident on Friday. The incident casts a shadow over PSG’s crucial upcoming fixtures, including the start of their Champions League campaign and a highly anticipated clash against arch-rivals Marseille.
Official Statement from PSG
PSG released a concise statement confirming the unfortunate news. “Following a bicycle fall that occurred this Friday, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique was attended to by emergency services and will undergo surgery for a fractured collarbone,” the club announced. “Paris Saint-Germain wishes to express its full support to Luis Enrique and wishes him a speedy recovery. The Club will communicate further information shortly.”
An Avid Cyclist’s Unfortunate Mishap
Enrique, a former Real Madrid and Barcelona midfielder, is renowned for his passion for cycling. He famously unveiled his Spain squad for the 2022 World Cup with a video showcasing player names etched onto the very roads he cycled. This incident, however, will undoubtedly keep him off the saddle for an extended period.
His dedication to endurance sports is well-documented. After departing from the Spanish national team in December 2022, Enrique quipped, “I’m not afraid of the worst in football… if they sack me, no problem. The next day, I’ll go for a cycling trip.” He even participated in the arduous Absa Cape Epic in March 2023, an eight-day mountain biking challenge covering approximately 700km with 16,000m of climbs, where he was pictured grinning despite being covered in mud.
Crucial Fixtures Loom for PSG
The exact duration of Enrique’s recovery and his return to the touchline remain uncertain. This comes at a critical juncture for PSG, who have started their domestic campaign flawlessly but face a challenging schedule ahead. They are set to begin their Champions League title defense against Atalanta on September 17. Following this, they will face arch-rivals Marseille in the season’s first ‘Le Classique,’ and a trip to Enrique’s former club, Barcelona, is scheduled for October 1.
PSG’s medical team will undoubtedly be working to ensure their manager’s swift and full recovery as the club navigates these pivotal matches without their charismatic leader on the sidelines.
