The now ex-soccer player, a partner of Alexis Mac Allister, released a statement in which he explained his situation.
Enoch Exclusion, player of the Brighton & Hove Albioncommunicated on their social networks that must retire from professional football at the age of 24 as a result of an inherited heart condition. “Some dreams come to an end. It is with sadness that I announce the need to hang up my boots due to the medical recommendation received”, wrote the companion of Alexis Mac Allister at the Premier League club.
Forced to retire aged 24: Enock Mwepu says goodbye to football
The Zambian midfielder began his career in football in his country until, in 2017, he was taken by Salzburg of Austria and lent it to delivery from the same country. During the 2019/20 season he established himself among the starting eleven of Salzburg and came to play the Champions. In July 2021 was transferred to Brightonbut this October 10 he was forced to announce his retirement at just 24 years old.
The now former Brighton player fell out of balance during a flight to play for his national team and had to return to the English city to undergo various heart tests. Finally, it was concluded that have a hereditary heart condition, which can be made worse by playing sports. Therefore, he has no choice but to stop playing professionally. However, Mwepu has mentioned that his intention is to remain linked to this sport: “This is not the end of my relationship with football. I plan to stay involved in some way.”.
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