The farewell game for Bolivar player Juanmi Callejon turned out to be more than emotional after a young fan came into the dressing room after the game reportedly to beg his hero not to leave the club.
The footballer spent almost six years with the Bolivian team, becoming an idol for local fans who worshiped the player.
The Spanish star parted ways with the club “for family reasons,” playing his last game on Saturday against Royal Pari which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Callejon, who opened the scoring in that match, said a heartfelt goodbye to fans, thanking them for their support and devotion.
However, the biggest surprise for the player took place after the game when a youngster sneaked into the dressing room inside the Hernando Siles stadium, getting down on his knees and tearfully begging the player not to leave the team.
¿Cuántas veces fuimos el abrazo, las lágrimas y el pedido de Simón?
Esto representa Juanmi Callejón para el hincha de @Bolivar_Oficial.
El niño se metió al vestuario y despidió como todos sentían al ídolo.
Emoción a flor de piel… Te lo hace sentir el Fútbol. pic.twitter.com/YWHY9s89lX— Agustín Suárez D. (@A_SuarezDoreski) 29 декабря 2019 г.
The emotional moment was caught on camera with, Callejon bursting into tears together with the young fan who warmly hugged him.
The 32-year-old gave his jersey to the little boy before he left, with both still tearful.
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