Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has passed away at the age of just 26.
The Lions confirmed the tragic news this morning in a statement, saying they are “completely devastated”
“Sarkic, the Lions’ number one goalkeeper, made 33 appearances for the club since joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 2023,” said a statement on Millwall’s website.
“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.”
Sarkic was signed from Stoke City last summer to be the Lions’ first-choice keeper and made 33 appearances with 12 clean sheets.
Millwall Supporters’ Club posted on X: “What horrendous news to wake up to this morning that our goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died at the young age of 26. Devastating news for his friends and family and for all of us associated with Millwall. Once a lion, always a lion.”
Former Lions winger Jed Wallace posted: “Unbelievably shocking and sad – love to all his family and everyone at the club.”
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