Former Dynamo Kyiv forward Fran Sol has launched a large-scale fundraising campaign to support the family of Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel, who tragically passed away following a collision on the football pitch. This was reported by Sport RBC.UA citing the fundraising page on the GoFundMe platform. The initiative has already neared three-quarters of its target amount and has drawn widespread attention from the Spanish football community.

Goal and Current Results of the Campaign

Fran Sol decided not to limit himself to words of support for de Miguel’s family and created a dedicated campaign on GoFundMe. The fundraising target is set at 300,000 euros. At the time of publication, more than 211,000 euros have already been raised through over 5,200 individual donations. According to the campaign terms, all collected funds will go toward supporting the late footballer's child, wife, and parents.

Circumstances of the Tragedy

The tragedy occurred in early November during a Spanish Segunda División match between Tenerife and Andorra. In stoppage time, Jesus de Miguel collided with opposing goalkeeper Jesus Owono. Following the incident, the forward was hospitalized, but medical staff were unable to save his life. The death of the 30-year-old Tenerife player was announced on November 3.

Who Supported the Campaign

According to the GoFundMe page, the largest contribution to the charity drive came from Cadiz president Karl Christian Septien Stute, who donated 15,000 euros. The initiative was also joined by prominent Spanish footballers, including Pedro Porro, Alex Remiro, Marc Bartra, Borja Iglesias, Alvaro Morata, and Diego Llorente. Their participation significantly accelerated the drive's progress toward its target.

Fran Sol's Connection to Tenerife

Fran Sol played for Tenerife on loan from Dynamo Kyiv during the 2020/21 season. In the capital club's squad, the Spaniard made 24 appearances, scoring four goals and providing two assists. His previous experience playing in Spain and personal connections within the football community likely shaped his role in organizing this fundraiser for his compatriot's family.

Investigation into the Incident

It was previously reported that Spanish police are investigating the death of the Tenerife player following the on-field collision. Thus, alongside the charity campaign aimed at helping the grieving family, an official investigation into the circumstances of the tragedy continues in the country.