On Saturday, Spanish football was startled by the news that Doctor Carles Minarro Garcia of Barcelona had died for hours before the match against Osasuna, which was postponed, in the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Company.
Minarro, who was 40, was a beloved figure in Barcelona, and that is reflected in the tribute paid in the hours after his death was confirmed.
Dani Olmo was one of the first to pay tribute to Minarro Garcia, wrote a sincere message on X.
“It's hard to believe everything and accept what happened … Carles, thank you very much for everything you helped me, not only this year, but throughout my career. You will be missed enormously, and you will always be remembered in our hearts and in the hearts of my family. RIP DOC. “
Gavi, who was recently treated by Minarro Garcia after having hit Alaves's victory, was another to pay tribute to the doctor, according to MD.
“Dep, Doqi. We will always miss you very much in our hearts. '
Another player who was mainly treated by Minarro Garcia was Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who sustained a serious knee injury against Villarreal last September. The German keeper has also paid tribute.
“I have no words for words … I send all my strength and support to your family and friends. Rest in peace. We will miss you a lot and we will always carry you in our hearts, Carles. '
Real Madrid were of the clubs that paid their participation to the Barcelona family and the family of Minarro Garcia, who issued a statement on Saturday evening.
“Real Madrid, his president and the board of directors deeply regret the death of the doctor of FC Barcelona, Carles Miñarro García. Real Madrid would like to give his participation and affection to all his family, his teammates, FC Barcelona and all his loved ones. Rest in peace. “