Fiorentina captain Davide Astori dies suddenly, age 31

Fiorentina captain Davide Astori has died, aged 31.
Fiorentina captain Davide Astori dies aged 31. Picture: GettyFiorentina captain Davide Astori dies aged 31. Picture: Getty
Fiorentina captain Davide Astori dies aged 31. Picture: Getty
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The Serie A side confirmed the death of the central defender in a short statement on their official website.

It read: “Fiorentina are deeply upset to report that captain Davide Astori has died of a sudden illness.

“For the terrible and delicate situation, and above all for the respect of his family, sensitivity is called for.”