The Serbian football community has been plunged into mourning following the devastating news that midfielder Mladen Žižović has passed away at the age of 26.
Žižović, who played for FK Radnički Sremska Mitrovica, was confirmed to have died on Monday, sending shockwaves through the sport.
A Club in Mourning
In a heartfelt statement, FK Radnički expressed their profound grief: "It is with the deepest sorrow and pain in our souls that we announce the death of our player, Mladen Žižović. The club expresses its sincerest condolences to his family, to whom we wish a lot of strength in these difficult times."
The club, which competes in Serbia's second division, described the young midfielder's death as leaving "a big void" within their ranks.
A Career Cut Tragically Short
Žižović had been building his career with Radnički since 2022, having previously developed his skills at renowned Serbian clubs Partizan and Voždovac during his youth career.
The talented midfielder had also gained valuable experience through loan spells at IMT Belgrade and Grafičar, demonstrating his commitment to progressing in the professional game.
Football Community Rallies in Support
Tributes have been pouring in from across the football world, with former clubs and teammates expressing their shock and sadness at the untimely passing.
The circumstances surrounding Žižović's death remain unclear, with no official cause of death released to the public at this time.
This tragic loss serves as another sobering reminder of the fragility of life, coming just months after the football world mourned the passing of CFR Cluj player Alex Dănuleț, who died at 20 from a rare form of bone cancer.
The thoughts of the entire football community are with Mladen Žižović's family, friends, teammates, and all who knew him during this incredibly difficult time.
