Sevilla FC Cancels Signing of Patrik Mercado Due to Serious Injury

Sevilla FC has officially called off the signing of Ecuadorian midfielder Patrik Mercado, who had previously agreed to a five-year contract with the Spanish club.

The decision came after medical examinations revealed that Mercado has not yet fully recovered from a severe knee injury he sustained in March. The club, based in Andalusia, opted not to proceed with the transfer after receiving the latest medical assessments.

The deal, reportedly valued at 6 million euros, had been agreed upon with Mercado's former club, Independiente del Valle, since February 26. However, the transfer was always conditional upon Mercado's successful rehabilitation and medical clearance.

Mercado suffered a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus damage in his right knee. This injury led to the temporary suspension of the transfer negotiations pending a new medical evaluation. Sources close to Sevilla informed the EFE agency that the recent tests confirmed Mercado was still not fully recovered, prompting the club's final decision to abandon the operation.

Sevilla's sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro, had already hinted at this possibility on July 15, stating that while an agreement for a potential signing was reached, certain conditions had not yet been met. These unmet conditions, related to Mercado's physical condition, ultimately led Sevilla to withdraw from the deal.

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In no moment was a deadline set. An agreement was reached for a possible signing, but the conditions have not yet been met.