Achraf Hakimi pays tribute to Tenerife striker Jesús de Miguel after tragic death

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Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi has joined the tributes to Spanish striker Jesús de Miguel, who died at the age of 30 following a serious on-field collision during Tenerife’s match against Andorra.

The Paris Saint-Germain defender expressed his condolences to the late player’s family and loved ones through a message shared on his official Instagram Story.

Accompanying a picture of De Miguel, Hakimi wrote: “My deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to all his loved ones. Rest in peace”.

De Miguel dies after collision with Andorra goalkeeper

The Tenerife striker suffered a serious injury following a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during stoppage time of Monday’s Spanish second-division encounter.

He was rushed to the University Hospital of the Canary Islands after suffering cardiac and respiratory arrest on the pitch.

Despite receiving medical attention, his condition deteriorated in the hours following his admission to hospital.

Tenerife confirm fatal deterioration

According to Tenerife’s management, De Miguel’s condition was initially described by medical staff as « serious but stable ».

However, the club later reported that he suffered « fatal neurological deterioration » a few hours after being admitted.

In a statement, Tenerife expressed deep sorrow over his death and extended condolences to his family and members of the Spanish sporting community.

Hakimi’s tribute adds to the messages of solidarity following the tragic passing of the 30-year-old striker.