Overview

• Joan Gonzalez emerged from FC Barcelona’s youth academy before joining U.S. Lecce in 2021.
• He featured in 64 matches and scored two goals for Lecce’s first team across three seasons.
• Medical examinations during Lecce’s 2024 summer training camp revealed a cardiac condition that sidelined him for a full season.
• On August 9, Gonzalez announced his retirement at age 23 in a video reflecting on both the highs and lows of his career.
• Lecce published a social media tribute praising his loyalty, resilience and professionalism while wishing him well in his future endeavors.