Former Marseille midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada has died aged 35 after suffering a heart attack.
The ex-Morocco international retired from football in 2021 after playing for Getafe, Marseille and Al-Nasyr. He was living in France, where he reportedly suffered a sudden heart attack.
Marseille posted on social media: “Rest in peace, Abdelaziz. Olympique de Marseille is saddened to learn of the passing of its former player and Moroccan international, Abdelaziz Barrada.
“Having arrived in the summer of 2014, the attacking midfielder wore OM’s colors for two seasons. Olympique de Marseille extends its sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.”
Getafe wrote: “The Getafe CF family is shocked by the death of Getafe player Abdel Barrada. The footballer played 66 matches and scored 4 goals for Getafe in the 2011/12 and 2012/13 seasons. Our thoughts and support at this time go to Abdel’s family and friends. RIP.”
Morroco star Amine Harit posted: “Abdelaziz Barrada may Allah have mercy on you support his loved ones.”
Barrada captained the Morocco squad at the 2012 London Olympic Games and made 26 appearances for his country, scoring four goals between 2012 and 2015.
Born in France in 1989, he started his professional career in the country of his birth at Senart-Moissy. The midfielder went on to play for Paris Saint-Germain’s B side between 2007 and 2010.
He then had spells at Spanish club Getafe before turning out for Al-Jazira, Al-Nasr, Antalyaspor, Al Shahania and Lusitanos Saint-Maur, where he hung up his boots three years ago.