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Huracán footballer Santiago Luján reveals cancer diagnosis
Santiago Luján, a 24-year-old footballer for Huracán, has revealed that he is undergoing treatment for lymphoma. The player disclosed the diagnosis following a period of inactivity after returning to the club from a loan at Mitre de Santiago del Estero.
Luján explained that the symptoms began with pressure in his neck, leading to a seven-day hospitalization and a biopsy that confirmed the presence of a tumor. He stated that while the initial diagnosis was overwhelming, he is currently in a better mental state and feels his treatment is progressing well.
The athlete expects to undergo approximately five more months of treatment. He expressed a strong desire to return to professional football with Huracán, despite acknowledging the challenges of returning to competition after a year of inactivity.