Barcelona players have been left shocked and saddened by the sudden and untimely death of team doctor Carles Minarro García.
The tragic news was announced on Saturday, meaning the team’s game against Osasuna was called off just 30 minutes or so before kick-off.
Barcelona players have been paying tribute to their colleague, who was a popular member of the staff and is clearly going to be missed enormously by everyone at the club.
Pedri wrote on Insagram: “I still can’t believe it. A big hug to Carles’ family and friends.”
And Gavi wrote: “RIP Doqui, always in our hearts, we will miss you very much”
They were joined by Ronald Araujo who wrote: “Unbelievable Rest in peace Doc. Much strength to the family and friends. May God strengthen their hearts in this difficult time.”
De no creerlo
Descansa en paz Doc.
Mucha fuerza para la familia y amigos. Dios fortalezca sus corazones en este duro momento. https://t.co/bVnDZ41vTT
— Ronald Araujo (@RonaldAraujo_4) March 8, 2025
And Ferran Torres said: “RIP We will miss you very much Carles,” while Eric Garcia added: “And we miss my friend Minarro, thank you for all you have done for us. My condolences to the entire family.”
Fermin Lopez, Hector Fort, Inigo Martinez, Alejandro Balde, Inaki Pena and Sergi Roberto have also paid tribute to the doc with messages on social media tonight.
Rest in peace, Carles Minarro García