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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
They said: "UD Las Palmas deeply regret having to announce the passing of Zebensui Ramos Gonzalez, known in football as Zeben.
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"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.
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"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-
Meanwhile, Liverpool midfielder
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Last season, the club were relegated as they finished 19th in their 20-team top flight.
