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Nantes will withdraw its jersey No. 9 in honor of former striker Emiliano Sala, who died in a plane crash on January 21st.
The French club reacted to the news that the 28 – year – old athlete 's body had been found in the debris of the plane that crashed into the English Channel as he was heading to Cardiff City after his transfer for an amount of £ 15 million.
In a statement issued by the club, for which he has been playing for four years, it reads: "FC Nantes had the immense sadness to learn that the body found was that of Emiliano Sala. This news puts an end to an interminable and unbearable wait. Emiliano will forever be one of the legends who have written the great story of FC Nantes.
"There are difficult mornings, nightmarish awakenings, where unfortunately the reality struck us. Emi is gone …
"Emiliano Sala arrived on the back of Edre in July 2015 and won the hearts of Nantes fans. With his work, his desire and his limitless kindness, he was the club's top scorer in three seasons.
"The tributes that are paid to him at the national and international levels correspond to the player and the personality that he was. Today, we have lost a friend, a talented player and an exemplary teammate.
"We can not forget in this drama the pilot and his family and we are convinced that the authorities will continue their research."
"For Waldemar Kita, President of FC Nantes:" I do not have the words. It's a tragedy, I'm crushed. Emiliano has left his mark. That's why, like many fans, I want to honor him by removing No.9. "
"Nantes, its board of directors, its staff and its players, wish to convey the most sincere condolences of the families of Emiliano Sala and David Ibbotson. We will never forget Emi.
"He's an Argentinian who never gives up, Emiliano Sala, Emiliano Sala …"
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