Headline: FC Andorra’s Jesus Owono Reflects on Loss, Ponders Return to Football
FC Andorra manager Carles Manso has confirmed that goalkeeper Jesus Owono is still deliberating about his potential return to football following the tragic passing of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel. De Miguel died in a hospital on November 3, a day after suffering a serious injury due to a collision with Owono during a Spanish second division match.
Manso stated that the 25-year-old goalkeeper is currently spending quality time with his family and has the freedom to make his own choices regarding a comeback. “What we have to do is support him in every way and be close to him,” Manso expressed, emphasizing the importance of allowing Owono to take the time he needs.
He further commented, “We will give him space so that he feels completely free to make any decision, whether he wants to return, when, or if he does not want to return. When he feels it is appropriate and when he feels genuinely ready to take a decision like that [he will do so].”
On November 4, Andorra released an official statement on behalf of Owono. In the statement, Owono reflected on the situation, stating, “I am experiencing the most difficult days of my life.” He conveyed his grief, saying, “I feel enormous pain over the loss of Jesus. I think of him, his family, and everyone who loved him.”
FC Andorra will play their first match since de Miguel’s death on Saturday against Almeria in the Spanish second division.
