Paris Saint-Germain’s Spanish goalkeeper Sergio Rico continues his rehabilitation after a horse riding accident near El Rocío at the end of May, and his camp expresses gratitude for the outpouring of support that has accompanied him through a demanding period. The aim remains steady progress and a timely return to action, with confidence that each day brings him closer to full fitness.
Rico personally conveyed thanks for every word of encouragement, emphasizing how every message has mattered as he stays focused on growing stronger day by day. He also highlighted the warmth of the care he has received and reiterated his commitment to come back to the pitch when his medical team believes he is ready.
Initial reports described a serious accident for the former Sevilla goalkeeper while he rode near El Rocío. A carriage incident involving a horse required urgent hospital care at Virgen del Rocío and placed him in a critical condition that demanded careful monitoring and comprehensive treatment.
In the weeks that followed, the medical team kept a close watch on his condition, with Rico spending five weeks in intensive care as doctors worked to stabilize and support his recovery. He was eventually moved from the ICU, yet he remained under hospital care, with progress noted gradually as the treatment plan progressed. The updates have consistently portrayed a careful and patient recovery rather than a swift return to full competition.
The journey has been watched closely by football fans and teammates alike, underscoring the communal dimension of recovery within professional sport. As the medical staff tailors the rehabilitation plan, the priority has been safety, a careful rebuild of strength, and a return to competitive play only when professionals determine he is fully prepared to resume training and match duties.
Throughout this period, Rico has stayed resolute about the path ahead, acknowledging not just the physical strain of recovery but also the emotional and mental effort required to maintain motivation. His messages to supporters have centered on gratitude, patience, and the conviction that steady progress will yield results. The overarching goal remains to resume his career at the highest level when the moment is right, with the patient guidance of his medical team and the support of his peers and fans alike.
Within the medical and coaching circles, the emphasis has been on a structured, stepwise return that prioritizes safety above all. Rehabilitation has focused on restoring core movement, balance, and reflexes, while gradually reintroducing higher-intensity drills under careful supervision. The plan combines physical therapy, conditioning work, and sport-specific tasks designed to rebuild confidence in movement and decision-making on the field. In parallel, mental resilience strategies have been integrated to sustain motivation and focus through the long road back to top-level play, as noted by people close to the process [Source: club medical communications].
As Rico progresses, his team emphasizes open communication with supporters, acknowledging how the road to recovery can seem slow but insisting that patience is essential. The player remains appreciative of the community that has stood with him, and he continues to project a positive outlook on a future return when medical indicators confirm readiness. The overarching message is one of gratitude, perseverance, and a long-term commitment to returning to professional football in peak condition, ready to contribute to his club and inspire others facing similar setbacks [Attribution: team medical updates].