Real Sociedad forward Jon Bautista was rushed to a hospital in Zaragoza after suffering a severe collision during a match against Huesca, which forced him to be substituted. The player underwent emergency surgery for a spleen injury, an organ that poses significant risk of internal bleeding when severely bruised. He is now in the intensive care unit of Hospital Serveis in Zaragoza, where his condition is being closely monitored.
The club confirmed the situation on Tuesday afternoon, but no official medical report has been released yet by doctors. However, Bautista is expected to remain hospitalized for several days of observation, and his season has already been ruled out due to the seriousness of his injury. In a statement, Real Sociedad said: “Jon Bautista is recovering at Hospital Serveis in Zaragoza after undergoing abdominal surgery for a spleen trauma. We will update the public as soon as we receive further medical reports on his progress.”
Spleen injuries can be life-threatening if not treated promptly, and the operation was necessary to prevent internal complications. Bautista, 28, has been a key player for the Basque side this season, and his absence will be a major blow in the final weeks of the campaign. The club has not yet indicated a timeline for his return, but sources suggest the recovery period could extend into several months.
Fans and teammates have expressed their support through social media, with messages urging a quick and full recovery. The medical team remains optimistic about his condition given the successful surgery, though strict observation continues in the ICU.