“The continuation of Noah’s career is not compromised. He will now follow the appropriate treatment and have a defibrillator implanted preventively,” continued the Ghent club, whose comments were supported by cardiologist Pedro Brugada, attending physician. of the player. “Noah suffered from a heart arrhythmia, which quickly stopped on its own, but was recorded with a chip. The problem can be solved and, thanks to a defibrillator, we also ensure Noah’s protection in the future.”
Noah’s father, Khalilou Fadiga, a player who played for Lommel, Club Brugge, La Gantoise and Beerschot, also suffered from heart problems. La Gantoise, however, explained that “the hypothesis of a hereditary problem had been ruled out”, after it was announced in July 2023 that Noah Fadiga suffered from heart problems.
Pedro Brugada had authorized the player to “continue his career without any risk”. The medical commission of the French football federation nevertheless decided otherwise, and revoked the license of the player who had to leave his then club, Stade Brestois.
