ATLETICO MADRID have tragically announced the sad passing of their Under-14 player Christian Minchola.
The Spanish club took to Twitter to mourn the heartbreaking news of their young striker who scored over 50 goals in the youth team.
Atletico Madrid have announced the tragic passing of 14-year-old Christian MincholaCredit: Twitter @atletienglish
A black and white image of Minchola was portrayed alongside the caption: “Atlético de Madrid is mourning the passing of our U14 player Christian Minchola.
“We join in the grief of his family, teammates and friends. May he rest in peace.”
Atleti’s president Enrique Cerezo further expressed his condolences to the player’s family.
He added: “We are shocked by the sad news of the death of our player and deeply regret his loss.
“Atlético de Madrid and the entire athletic family will be next to Christian’s family and friends in these moments of immense pain ”.
Minchola was highly-rated and regarded at Atletico after joining the club in the 2013/14 season.
He was featuring in his sixth season with the youth team before his devastating passing.
The cause of his death remains unknown.
Tributes have been flooding in on social media since his club broke the news.
Atletico midfielder Koke wrote: “Anger and pain at having to say goodbye to Christian Minchola.
“Life is very unfair. Proud that you have worn this shirt. Much support to colleagues, family and friends. Rest in peace.”
One fan writing: “Taken far far before his time.
Rest In Peace Christian. You will now support the team from the third amphitheatre.”
Another fan added: “This is just heartbreaking. Christian Minchola was the son of a Peruvain father and showed interest in playing for the Peru youth teams.
“Unfortunately, his life ended shortly. Condolences to the family of Minchola.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
