Former Arsenal forward Jose Antonio Reyes has died in a traffic accident, aged 35, Sevilla have confirmed.
We couldn't be confirming worse news. Beloved Sevilla star Jos Antonio Reyes has died in a traffic collision. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/qeGl2nsi3c— Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) June 1, 2019The Spanish Liga side, where Reyes, began his career, tweeted the news on Saturday afternoon, saying: “We couldn’t be confirming worse news. Beloved Sevilla star Jos Antonio Reyes has died in a traffic collision. Rest in peace.”Reyes was 20 when he moved to Arsenal in January 2004 in a deal worth 17.5m and in his third appearance for the club, scored twice to knock Chelsea out of the FA Cup, including a screamer from outside the box.He was a member of the ‘Invincible’ side that remained unbeaten for the 2003/04 season and eventually moved back to Spain, initially on loan to Real Madrid in 2006, before joining Atletico Madrid permanently in 2007.A statement from Arsenal read: “Everyone at Arsenal is devastated by the shocking news that our former player Jose Antonio Reyes has died in a traffic collisionin Spain.“Our thoughts are with all his family, friends and team-mates.“Jose, who was part of the Invincibles team, was a hugely popular figure at our club and will always hold a special place in our hearts.“He represented the club on 110 occasions, scoring 23 times and made memorable contributions to our 49-game unbeaten run.“Rest in peace, Jose.”He joined Sevilla for a second stint in 2012 and remained there until 2016. Since then Reyes has played for Espanyol, Crdoba, Xinjiang Tianshan Leopard and, most recently, Extremadura.His former team-mate, Sergio Ramos tweeted his shock: “Broken. Shattered. I have No words. All the affection to the family. We’ll always remember you, buddy! Brother DEP,” he wrote.
Roto. Destrozado. No tengo palabras. Todo el cario a la familia. Siempre te recordaremos, amigo! DEP hermano https://t.co/RKxTsdZlTl— Sergio Ramos (@SergioRamos) June 1, 2019Thierry Henry, who played with him at Arsenal offered his condolences to Reyes’ family.He tweeted: “Im devastated to hear the sad news about Jos Antonio Reyes. Wonderful player, superb team mate and exceptional human being. I wish his family and friends continued strength and courage to get through this difficult time.”
Im devastated to hear the sad news about Jos Antonio Reyes. Wonderful player, superb team mate and exceptional human being. I wish his family and friends continued strength and courage to get through this difficult time. #takenfartoosoon— Thierry Henry (@ThierryHenry) June 1, 2019
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Getty2@SevillaFC_ENG @realmadriden @atletienglish @RCDEspanyol @Cordobacfsad @EXT_UD You will never be forgotten, Reyes. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/G2VaiQMHhG— LaLiga (@LaLigaEN) June 1, 2019
We're devastated to hear of the passing of our former player Jos Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in peace, Jos. pic.twitter.com/ZXtSgqWrPA— SL Benfica (@slbenfica_en) June 1, 2019
RIP Jose. So tragic, Gutted pic.twitter.com/r4sZrezlcA— The Same Old Arsenal (@SameOldAFC) June 1, 2019
A part of Real Madrids history, none of us will ever forget this moment you legend. RIP Jos Antonio Reyes! pic.twitter.com/tflfZf5dwN— Ryan. (@Rygista) June 1, 2019
Jose Antonio Reyes was a key player in a squad full of stars. RIP Jose pic.twitter.com/XRPSf2hDik— ARSENAL (@Artekkers) June 1, 2019
Can't get over the news about Reyes. Such tragic and sad news. Still so young. RIP Jose pic.twitter.com/ycNV7GqGjB— Craig (@ArsenalNI) June 1, 2019
The Atltico de Madrid family is in mourning. Our former player Jos Antonio Reyes has passed away. You will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace.— Atltico de Madrid (@atletienglish) June 1, 2019
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