PSG goalkeeper Sergio Rico in ‘serious’ condition in ICU after horse riding collision in Spain

By Smith On May 29, 2023

Paris St-Germain goalkeeper Sergio Rico’s condition is “serious” as he is admitted to intensive care following the horse riding accident in Spain. As per local media reports, the PSG player was riding in the El Rocio region of Huelva, Spain when he collided with a runaway horse and fell.

Reports have also stated that he was flown to a hospital in Seville by helicopter. On Sunday, a PSG spokesperson reportedly confirmed that Rico is in a “serious” condition. The club also added it was in “constant contact” with the 29-year-old goalkeeper’s close circle. Even his former club, Sevilla wished for strength and speedy recovery of the player.

PSG took to its official social media account and wrote, “Paris Saint-Germain learned of the accident involving its player Sergio Rico on Sunday and remains in constant contact with his loved ones…The entire Red and Blue community offers them its full support.”

Paris Saint-Germain learned of the accident involving its player Sergio Rico on Sunday and remains in constant contact with his loved ones.

The entire Red and Blue community offers them its full support.

— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) May 28, 2023

Sergio Rico joined PSG in 2020 following a season-long loan at the club. He is considered the second choice goalkeeper for PSG and has made at least 29 appearances for the team. Previously, the keeper had spells with Sevilla, Fulham and Mallorca. Moreover, Rico has been a captain for Spain in 2016 and also participated in the squad for Euro 2020.

Sergio Rico was benched when PSG won the historic 11th french league title with 1-1 draw at Strasbourg on Saturday. As per reports, he had returned to Spain for a visit following the title celebrations.

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