Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died at the age of 26, the club has announced.
The Montenegrin joined from Wolves in August 2023 and made 33 appearances at The Den, as well as having been capped eight times by the Montenegrin national team.
The London club released a statement: "Millwall Football Club is completely devastated to announce that Matija Sarkic has passed away at the age of 26.
"Sarkic, The Lions' number one goalkeeper, made 33 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023.
"A Montenegro international, Matija proudly represented his country on numerous occasions.
"Everyone at the club sends their love and condolences to Matija's family and friends at this immensely sad time.
"The club will make no further comment at this time and asks that the privacy of Matija's family is respected."
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