The family of Jesús de Miguel has issued a formal statement expressing their gratitude for the widespread support following the death of the footballer on Monday, November 2.
De Miguel collapsed and passed away during a match between Tenerife and Andorra.
Public support for the family
A crowdfunding campaign started by teammate Fran Sol is still open and has raised large donations from people in the sport.
“We want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the displays of affection and solidarity we have received,” the family wrote in a statement released through the Association of Spanish Footballers (AFE). “It has moved us greatly to see the number of people who have poured their support into this initiative.”
The family specifically highlighted the efforts of Sol in organizing the fundraiser. They also acknowledged the thousands of individuals who have contributed, shared the campaign, or sent messages of condolence, stating, “Each gesture has meant a lot to us.”
Donations reach over 213,000 euros
As of Thursday, the crowdfunding initiative had surpassed 213,000 euros in total donations. High-profile figures within the sport have participated in the effort, including players Álex Remiro, Borja Iglesias, and Yeremy Pino.
The campaign also got a large donation from Karl Septien, the president of Cádiz, who gave the biggest single payment recorded so far. The family said that they have received all these expressions of generosity with “a great deal of affection.”
Funeral held in Toledo
The family’s statement concluded by thanking the public for their continued solidarity during the grieving process. Jesús de Miguel was laid to rest one week ago in Navahermosa, a municipality in the province of Toledo.
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