In a bizarre and distressing turn of events, former Manchester United midfielder Remi Moses has been confirmed to be alive and in good health, after false reports of his death circulated widely on Wednesday.
Shock Announcement from Greek Club
The confusion began when Greek football club Doxa Pigadakion, where Moses had a brief coaching stint, issued a statement claiming the 65-year-old had passed away. The club stated it had been informed of his death by his wife and even announced details for a funeral service, scheduled for Saturday, December 13th in Argassi, Zakynthos.
The club's tribute highlighted Moses's significant footballing career, noting he was Manchester United's first-ever black goalscorer and played a key role in limiting Diego Maradona when United faced Barcelona in 1984. Moses, who made 199 appearances for the Red Devils after starting his career at West Bromwich Albion, has been a permanent resident of the Greek island of Zakynthos for several years.
Family and Club Swiftly Deny Rumours
The alarming news was quickly refuted by reputable sources. Respected football journalist Andy Mitten took to social media platform X to state: "Understand social media rumours of Remi Moses dying are not true. He's alive and well."
This was followed by a direct confirmation from the player's family. Reece Blakeley, one of Moses's children, replied to Mitten's post, writing: "I have just spoken with my brothers (his sons). Can confirm the legend is still alive and well."
Manchester United also released an official statement, saying: "Remi's family have confirmed to us that the rumours of his passing are entirely false. They are baffled about their origins, and report him to be healthy and in good spirits."
A Legacy Secured at Old Trafford
Remi Moses remains a respected figure in Manchester United's history. Signed by Ron Atkinson, he was a tenacious and hard-working midfielder who became a fixture in the team during the 1980s. He was notably included in Sir Alex Ferguson's first-ever team selection as United manager for a match against Oxford United in November 1986.
The episode has caused considerable upset but has also led to an outpouring of affection for the former player online. As Andy Mitten noted, had Moses seen the social media reaction, "he'd have seen how many people absolutely loved him as a player." The origins of the false report remain unclear, leaving his family both relieved and perplexed.
