Former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Quevin Castro has died at the age of 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly in Portugal.
Castro was playing for Portuguese side Real Sport Clube against top-flight Estrela da Amadora at the Estádio das Seixas on Saturday when he collapsed during the first half.
Medical staff treated him at the scene before he was taken to hospital, where he later died. The match was subsequently brought to an end following the tragedy.
The Lisbon Football Association confirmed Castro’s death, while Real Sport Clube described him as an integral part of the club’s family.
West Bromwich Albion said they were “devastated” by the news and will honour Castro before their match against Burnley with a period of applause in the 25th minute. Players will also wear black armbands.
Castro joined West Brom in 2021 after impressing during a trial and made his first-team debut against Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. He later made a Championship appearance against Swansea City.
He went on to spend time on loan at Burton Albion, Notts County and Gateshead before joining York City in 2023 and later representing other English clubs.
Castro had celebrated his 25th birthday just six days before his death.
The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.
