- A LaLiga youngster is in induced coma after suffering head injuries in accident
A LaLiga youngster is in an induced coma after he suffered head injuries in a domestic accident.
The player is said to have hurt himself after falling to the ground in Barcelona.
He fell to the ground after a dizzy spell in Palau-solita i Plegamans.
Medics at a hospital in Barcelona described his situation as ‘uncertain’.
The 20-year-old’s team-mates were told about the situation on Thursday, with an update expected on Friday.
A LaLiga youngster is an induced come after he suffered head injuries in an accident
Felix Garreta is on loan at Spanish second division side SD Amorebieta from Real Betis.
Amorebieta issued a statement which read: ‘SD Amorebieta informs that the footballer Felix Garreta recently suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of a fall at home.
‘The player on loan from Real Betis is currently in hospital, with a reserved prognosis and pending evolution.
‘We are in constant contact with the player’s family and his club.’
Betis issued a statement showing support to Garreta, which read: ‘All our support and affection from this club and its supporters for Felix and his family. We are all with you.’
A post from LaLiga read: ‘Much encouragement and strength, Félix. Football is with you.’