French football talent Ilyas El Maliki has died after an accident in Marrakesh. The young player fell into a well and later succumbed to his injuries.
The incident happened during a stay in Morocco. According to information that has now been revealed, El Maliki fell into a well in Marrakesh and was taken to hospital in a critical condition. Despite medical treatment, he did not survive.
El Maliki was seen as a promising player in France and was known within youth football circles. Messages of support and condolences have followed since the news of his death became known.
No further official details about the circumstances of the fall have been confirmed.
