Rasmus Kristensen recently opened up about his mental health struggles prior to joining Eintracht Frankfurt. In a podcast with the club, Kristensen described his experience with what he termed “football depression.” He emphasized that his issues extended beyond football, mentioning personal depressive episodes he faced earlier in life.
Kristensen reflected on his challenges, stating that the situation had “gotten worse over the years.” He admitted to feeling disconnected from the world of football at times, even contemplating quitting the sport altogether. However, he believes joining Eintracht Frankfurt was a turning point in his life.
In a positive development, Kristensen also shared updates regarding a recent ankle injury. He indicated that his recovery is progressing faster than anticipated. Having used crutches for a shorter period than expected, he is now ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation.
Upcoming Goals for Kristensen
Kristensen expressed his ambition to return to the field for the final few matches of the season. He aims to be part of the squad for the last three to four games. His resilience serves as an inspiration, demonstrating the importance of mental health in athletics.
Key Points:
- Rasmus Kristensen discussed his battle with mental health in a club podcast.
- He referred to his struggles as “football depression” and highlighted earlier personal issues.
- Kristensen feels that Eintracht Frankfurt was the right fit at the right time for him.
- His ankle injury recovery is progressing ahead of schedule.
- He aims to return for the last few matches of the season.
