Tributes poured in for a former Manchester City youngster who died suddenly
Jeremy Wisten was born in Malawi but his family moved to the UK when he was a baby
He played at clubs such as Altrincham Juniors and De La Salle before signing for City’s elite Under-13 team in 2016 where he was a very promising center-back
« The Manchester City family are saddened to learn of the death of former Academy player Jeremy Wisten, » they said
« We send our deepest condolences to his friends and family Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time »
Friends and other gamers reacted with shock to his death at such a young age
He shared photos and videos of friends with the message: « You will always be missed Fly High My Brother Rest In Paradise
Tyrhys Dolan, another member of the Man City youth squad, who now plays for Blackburn Rovers, posted a heartfelt tribute
« The pain is indescribable, I can’t believe I am writing this post, I cannot thank you enough for giving me the best time of my life, » Tyrhys wrote
« I have always been a brother to me and I will carry on your legacy forever! RIP bro, see you on the other side »
Friend Holly Mills posted on Facebook: « To the most beautiful person / soul I have ever met, Jeremy Wisten
Your smile lit up every room you walked into, your energy alone really healed any sadness I have ever felt, you are and always will be so special to me, to your friends, family and everyone who knew you for who you were
« To all his family and friends he loved you so much, you all represented everyone for him, I promise »
A gofundme page created to help Jeremy’s family with funeral costs has already reached over £ 5,000
It reads: « We are raising funds to help Jeremy’s family give him the best start he deserves
« Anyone who knew Jez would know he had a smile that would light up the room Gone too soon but never forgotten, always in our hearts We love you Rest in Heaven Jez »
Jeremy Wisten
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