Former West Bromwich Albion midfielder, Quevin Castro, has died aged 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly in Portugal.
Castro fell on the pitch during the first half of third-tier Real Sport Clube’s match against Primeira Liga side Estrela de Amadora at the Estadio das Seixas in Lisbon on Saturday.
The Lisbon Football Association confirmed the midfielder died during the fixture.
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In a statement, the association said Castro “passed away this morning during the pre-season friendly”.
Real Sport Clube also mourned the death of the former academy player, describing him as a “beloved member of our sporting family”.
“Quevin Castro was much more than just a player; he was an integral part of our family, leaving an indelible mark on all those who knew him,” the club said.
Castro joined West Brom in 2021 and made two appearances for the Championship club.
He made his debut against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup before featuring against Swansea later in the season.
The midfielder subsequently joined Burton Albion on loan.
West Brom said they were “devastated” by the news and announced plans to honour Castro during Sunday’s Championship fixture against Burnley.
The club will hold a period of applause in the 25th minute, marking the age at which Castro died, while players will also wear black armbands.
Castro began his career in the Sporting Clube academy before playing for several clubs in England, including Cambridge City, York City and Notts County.
He returned to Portugal last summer and joined Real Sport Clube.
