Carles Perez, once a Barcelona prospect, was hospitalised after a brutal dog bite in Thessaloniki. The former Barcelona forward, now at Aris Limassol, is recovering after sustaining severe cuts in a shocking incident.
Carles Perez, a former Barcelona prospect, has found himself in an unexpected and harrowing situation, after being hospitalised following a brutal dog attack in Thessaloniki, Greece. The 25-year-old, who is currently on loan at Aris from Celta Vigo, was walking his dog when another dog attacked his pet. In an attempt to intervene and protect his animal, Perez was bitten in a severe manner, resulting in “serious cuts to his genital area.”
Perez’s Football Journey and Health Update
A product of Barcelona’s esteemed La Masia academy, Perez had made a notable impression during his time at the Catalan club, earning 13 appearances in the first team. His most memorable moments came in the 2019 UEFA Champions League, scoring against Inter Milan, and a league goal against Real Betis. Since leaving Barcelona, Perez has had stints at Roma, Celta Vigo, and now Aris Limassol, looking to rejuvenate his career after being unable to secure a place in Barcelona’s competitive squad.
The attack, while shocking, did not result in life-threatening injuries. After initial reports suggesting Perez’s condition was critical, further medical assessments have ruled out the need for surgery. However, Perez will continue to be monitored closely. He has since returned home following the attack, and the incident marks a deeply unfortunate chapter early in his Aris career, with Perez having joined the club only three weeks ago.
Despite the seriousness of the injury, Perez’s long-term prospects are not entirely dampened. The former Barcelona forward is expected to take time to recover, with Aris hoping he will soon regain fitness and return to the pitch. Given his versatility, Perez remains a crucial part of their plans moving forward.
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In his limited time with Barcelona, Perez scored twice, including a memorable strike against Inter Milan in the Champions League. His goals, while modest in number, showcased his potential. Now, in his third club since leaving the Catalan giants, the young striker is hoping this injury doesn’t derail his ambitions further.
While Aris prepares for their upcoming Conference League qualifier against Araz-Naxçıvan, it’s unlikely Perez will feature in the match, having to recover from the trauma of the attack. With Araz leading 2-1 after the first leg, his absence leaves a significant hole in the squad.
