OM, former player talks about his nightmare

Once considered a future great footballer, Pedro Luis' journey was tragically cut short. The 24-year-old former striker trained at Real Madrid and played for OM before announcing his retirement due to a serious and recurring knee injury. In a touching interview likeLouise returned to a downward spiral into hell marked by unbearable physical pain and terrible mental battles.

It all started in January 2020 when he completely ruptured his cruciate ligament and both menisci in his left knee during a match against Real Madrid's reserves. “Raul told me to keep playing even if I cried. “But within five minutes, my knee was completely dislocated.”Louise says: The work is increasing with more alarming diagnoses. “Dr. Leyes said it was the worst knee injury he had ever seen. »

Pedro Ruiz can't run anymore

Thanks to Pablo Longoria, who still believed in him, Luiz, who was recruited by OM in 2021, was loaned to NEC Nijmegen and attempted a comeback. But his pain caught up with him, and he had no choice but to undergo another surgery. Despite months of intensive rehabilitation, the situation continues to worsen. “My problem is not that I can’t play at a high level, it’s that I can’t play here and there.”He confessed.

Despite his shattered dreams, Pedro Ruiz now wants to use his experience to support young footballers facing similar challenges. “I learned how to fight, and I want to pass this strength on to others.” he declares.