Ex-Lille player died at the age of 20
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It became known that the former team footballer,Valentin Poreye, died at the age of 20.
This was reported on the official page of the French team on the social network X (formerly Twitter).
Lille is extremely saddened to learn of the death of their former player Valentin Poreye, who was only 20 years old. Valentin was a young defender who played for the U16 team between 2018 and 2020.
We would like to express our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones,” the club said.
By the way, the official causes of death of the young football player have not been reported.
At the same time, French publications write that in 2023, Valentin Poreye successfully enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in marketing and sports events. Journalists do not report any fatal diseases in the football player.
It is noteworthy that Lille, based on the results of 12 rounds, ranks fourth in the French Championship and is seven points behind the leader.
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