FORMER Tottenham player Anton Walkes has died at the age of 25 after a horror boat crash in Miami.
The footballer was involved in an accident in South Florida on Wednesday afternoon.
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He was found unconscious following the shocking smash between two boats.
The Charlotte FC star received CPR at the scene from Miami Fire Rescue.
His club’s sporting director Zoran Krneta confirmed: “We are heartbroken from the loss of Anton Walkes, a truly incredible father, loving person, and outstanding human being.
“Anton embodied what it means to be a part of Charlotte Football Club and our entire community is grieving over this tragedy.
“The impact he made in the locker room and throughout Charlotte will never be forgotten.
“We are thinking of his lovely family during this time and will support them fully in every way imaginable.”
Major League Soccer wrote in a statement of their own: “There are no words to describe the sorrow of everyone in Major League Soccer today after learning of the tragic passing of Anton Walkes of Charlotte FC.
“Anton was a talented and dedicated player who was loved by his team-mates and fans.
“We extend our deepest condolences to his partner, family, friends and the entire Charlotte FC family.
“MLS is coordinating with Charlotte FC to provide players and family members with the resources and support they may need during this tragic time.”
Walkes began his career with Spurs back in 2013 after being born in Lewisham.
He went on to play for Portsmouth on loan, before a permanent move.
The Londoner then joined Atlanta United in the MLS before going to the Charlotte FC.
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