Ex-West Brom midfielder dies at 25

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Former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Quevin Castro has died at the age of 25 after collapsing during a pre-season friendly in Portugal.

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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.

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He was treated by medical staff before being taken to hospital, where he later died.

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The Lisbon Football Association confirmed Castro’s death in a statement, while Real Sport Clube described him as much more than a player and an integral member of the club’s family.

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The match was subsequently brought to an end following the tragedy.

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West Brom said they were “devastated” by the news.

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The Championship club will honour Castro before Sunday’s match against Burnley with a period of applause in the 25th minute and players wearing black armbands.

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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.

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He subsequently spent time on loan with Burton Albion, Notts County and Gateshead before joining York City in 2023. He also represented several other English clubs before returning to Portugal.

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Castro had celebrated his 25th birthday just six days before his death.

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His former clubs and colleagues have paid tribute to the midfielder, with Estrela da Amadora expressing their deepest condolences to Castro’s family, friends and everyone at Real Sport Clube.

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The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.

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