The archer of Inter Milan, Josep Martinezstarred in a serious accident this tuesday morning at Via Bergamo in Fenegroa residential area close to the training center of the Lombard club. As confirmed by Italian media, the footballer hit an 81-year-old man who was traveling in a wheelchair with his vehiclecausing his death on the spot.
According to the newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, the incident occurred around 9 in the morning. Despite the rapid arrival of ambulances, air assistance and troops of the carabinierithe old man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Spanish archer was unharmed and remained at the scene attempting to assist the victim. Authorities launched an investigation to determine the causes of the accident and establish responsibilities.
According to a preliminary assessment, the man in a wheelchair would have changed direction suddenlygetting in the way of the car driven by Martínez.
Another version published by La Repubblica suggests that the victim he could have suffered dizzinesswhich caused him to move towards the opposite lane, crossing in front of the soccer player’s vehicle.
The impact on Inter and the player’s reaction
Visibly shocked, Martinez He collaborated at all times with the researchers. Local media reported that “He seemed affected and willing to clarify what happened”.
As a sign of respect, the leadership of the Inter Milan decided cancel coach Cristian Chivu’s press conferencewhich was scheduled for 2 p.m. prior to the match against Fiorentinacorresponding to date 9 of the Series A.
The career of Josep Martínez
Born on May 27, 1998 in Alcira, Valencia, Josep Martinez He started his career in UD Alzira. In 2015joined the youth divisions of the Barcelonaand two years later he joined the UD Las Palmaswhere he made his professional debut in the reserve team.
during the season 2018-19did the preseason with the Canarian first team and made his official debut in the Second Division before him CD Lugoearning ownership until the end of the tournament. His performance consolidated him the following season as the main goalkeeper.
In January 2020was transferred to RB Leipzigalthough he remained in Las Palmas until the middle of that year. In Germany he played four official matches in two seasons. Later, in June 2022was transferred to Genoawith which he achieved promotion to the Series Awhich activated his purchase clause and made him the club’s definitive player.
Finally, in July 2024, Inter Milan pay 13.5 million euros for his transfer, giving him a key leap in his career. At the moment, He is a substitute for the Swiss Yann Sommerbut considered one of the most outstanding promises of the European arc.
The tragic episode, which occurred on the outskirts of Askeeps the world of Italian football dismayed. The authorities continue with the investigations and They await the results of the investigations to clarify how the accident occurred which ended the life of the 81-year-old man.
Source: Ambito
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