Spanish football in mourning as star, 23, dies after 15 days in a coma following horror car crash
REST IN PEACE Spanish football in mourning as star, 23, dies after 15 days in a coma following horror car crash
SPANISH football has been plunged into mourning after Las Palmas star Zeben Ramos died following a horrific car smash.
The Canary Islands club, relegated from La Liga last month, signed the defender from Villa Santa Brigida.
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Zeben Ramos has tragically died after a car crash put him in a coma
Credit: Las Palmas FC
But Ramos, 23, was involved in a road traffic collision on Gran Canaria earlier this month.
He remained in a coma for 15 days while medics battled to save his life.
But Las Palmas announced the left-back has now passed away as a result of his injuries.
They said: "UD Las Palmas deeply regret having to announce the passing of Zebensui Ramos Gonzalez, known in football as Zeben.
"The Las Palmas C team player, aged 23, was unable to overcome the severe injuries he sustained in a tragic collision on June 9 at Arucas on Gran Canaria.
"A versatile left-sided defender with great prospects, Zeben stood out due to his commitment, character and ability to adapt to various defensive roles.
"His non-stop hard work and his attitude on and off the pitch earned him the chance to repeatedly train with [reserve team] Las Palmas Atletico.
"We wish to convey our deepest condolences to his family, friends and teammates, and to everyone who accompanied him during his football career.
"The entire Yellows family unites in grief at Zeben's loss. He will forever remain in our hearts."
Ramos rubbed shoulders with a host of past and current Premier League players at Las Palmas last term.
Their squad included ex-Manchester United winger Adnan Januzaj, former Nottingham Forest defender Scott McKenna and ex-Sheffield United frontman Oli McBurnie.
Meanwhile, Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajectic and Wolves ace Fabio Silva spent time on loan to the Canaries club.
Last season, the club were relegated as they finished 19th in their 20-team top flight.
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