It was reported that the Former Arsenal, Real Madrid, Athletico Madrid and Sevilla winger died in traffic collision at the age of 35. Arsenal, Sevilla, Real Madrid and Espanyol have all paid tribute to their former winger on social media, expressing their support for his family.
Also, former teammates Sergio Ramos, Alberto Moreno and Thierry Henry paid tributes to him alongside Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspurs e.t.c.
Sevilla confirmed that his cousin Jonathan Reyes was also killed in the incident. The Spaniard left the Liga club in 2016 but was a popular figure over two spells with Los Hispalenses. He also played for Arsenal between 2004 and 2007. Most recently, he had been playing for Extremadura UD in the Segunda Division after joining in January following a brief stint in China.
Confirming the tragic news, Sevilla tweeted on Saturday: “We could not offer worse news. Our beloved squad member José Antonio Reyes died in a traffic accident. Rest in peace.”
Here are the tributes from players and football clubs:
I am devastated by this sad news, Reyes was a gentleman. May his soul rest in peace. @arsenal #arsenal #coyg#premierleague #spain #london #riphttps://t.co/ePedujqEpM
— Kanu Nwankwo (@papilokanu) June 1, 2019
We couldn't be confirming worse news. Beloved Sevilla star José Antonio Reyes has died in a traffic collision. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/qeGl2nsi3c
— Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) June 1, 2019
The thoughts of everybody at Chelsea FC are with the family and friends of Jose Antonio Reyes, following the tragic news today.
Rest in peace, Jose. pic.twitter.com/JuWf6gzfI8— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 1, 2019
Comunicado oficial: José Antonio Reyes
El @realmadrid siente una profunda consternación y tristeza por el fallecimiento del que fuera jugador de nuestro club, José Antonio Reyes.
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— Real Madrid C.F.⚽ (@realmadrid) June 1, 2019
El @realmadrid quiere transmitir su más sentido pésame a los familiares, amigos y compañeros de Reyes, a los que se une en el inmenso dolor por su pérdida. Así mismo, hace extensivas sus condolencias a su actual club, el @EXT_UD.
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— Real Madrid C.F.⚽ (@realmadrid) June 1, 2019
Jose, who was part of the Invincibles team, was a hugely popular figure at our club and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Our thoughts are with all his family, friends and team-mates.https://t.co/NQgrRcvrPS— Arsenal FC (@Arsenal) June 1, 2019
Today football mourns. Rest in peace, José Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones. https://t.co/Ze3lcNuigr
— FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) June 1, 2019
We are sad to hear of the tragic passing of Jose Antonio Reyes.
Everyone at Manchester City sends their love and thoughts to Jose’s family and friends. 💙— Manchester City (@ManCity) June 1, 2019
#ASRoma are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of former Spain international Jose Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this tragic time.
— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) June 1, 2019
Everyone at #LUFC is deeply saddened to hear the tragic news concerning Jose Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with Jose's family and friends at this difficult time. #FootballFamilyhttps://t.co/kSzSinA5mz
— Leeds United (@LUFC) June 1, 2019
RIP Jose Antonio Reyes, 1983-2019
The former @Arsenal forward has died in a traffic collision in Spain: https://t.co/1sJVRVQ2JMpic.twitter.com/TbeeQBQPEO— Premier League (@premierleague) June 1, 2019
We are all deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Jose Antonio Reyes. All of our thoughts are with Jose's friends and family, and everyone at Arsenal at this very difficult time. https://t.co/C554XXrz8Q
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) June 1, 2019
The thoughts of everyone at Leicester City are with the family and friends of José Antonio Reyes. May he rest in peace.
— Leicester City (@LCFC) June 1, 2019
We’re deeply saddened by the news that José Antonio Reyes, an FA Cup winner with Arsenal in 2005, has died.
Our thoughts and sympathies are with José’s friends, family and football colleagues. pic.twitter.com/KdK3656IXe— The Emirates FA Cup (@EmiratesFACup) June 1, 2019
Due to the death of Jose Antonio Reyes, the 7 games of match-day 41 of #LaLiga123, which were scheduled to be played this Sunday at 8:00 p.m will now be postponed until Tuesday, June 4th at 9:00 p.m.
— LaLiga (@LaLigaEN) June 1, 2019
Everyone at West Ham United is saddened to hear of the tragic passing of Jose Antonio Reyes.
Our thoughts remain with Jose’s friends and family at this time.— West Ham United (@WestHamUtd) June 1, 2019
Our thoughts are with the family, friends and former clubs of José Antonio Reyes following news of his tragic passing today. pic.twitter.com/JmnEblOzXI
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) June 1, 2019
Everyone at Sheffield United is deeply saddened to hear of the tragic passing of José Antonio Reyes.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.RIP José.
— Sheffield United (@SUFC_tweets) June 1, 2019
We're devastated to hear of the passing of our former player José Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Rest in peace, José. pic.twitter.com/ZXtSgqWrPA— SL Benfica (@slbenfica_en) June 1, 2019
💙 The thoughts of everyone at #QPR are with the family and friends of José Antonio Reyes following his tragic passing.
Rest in peace, José. pic.twitter.com/nRTeIcOwqH— QPR FC (@QPR) June 1, 2019
We're saddened to hear of the passing of José Antonio Reyes. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
RIP José. https://t.co/Vb0XUjLzRb— Liverpool FC (@LFC) June 1, 2019
Everyone at UEFA is shocked & hugely saddened to learn that José Antonio Reyes has died aged 35.
A Spanish international with 5 @EuropaLeague titles, Reyes will be sorely missed by the football world.Our thoughts are with his family & friends at this terrible time. pic.twitter.com/EW4btJ9Vf9
— UEFA (@UEFA) June 1, 2019
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Spanish player, José Antonio Reyes.
All our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones at this tragic time.
Rest in peace, José 🙏
— AC Milan (@acmilan) June 1, 2019
Everyone at the club is deeply saddened to hear the tragic news concerning Jose Antonio Reyes. Our condolences are with Jose's family and friends at this difficult time.#BHAFC🔵⚪️https://t.co/OFXWCx7Yu8
— Brighton & Hove Albion ⚽️ (@OfficialBHAFC) June 1, 2019
The Atlético de Madrid family is in mourning. Our former player José Antonio Reyes has passed away. You will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace.
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) June 1, 2019
— Cesc Fàbregas Soler (@cesc4official) June 1, 2019
I’m devastated to hear the sad news about José Antonio Reyes. Wonderful player, superb team mate and exceptional human being. I wish his family and friends continued strength and courage to get through this difficult time. #takenfartoosoon
— Thierry Henry (@ThierryHenry) June 1, 2019
Devastated to hear the very sad news about my dear friend Jose Antonio Reyes. Rest In Peace
— robert pires (@piresrobert7) June 1, 2019
Very sad to hear the news about José Antonio Reyes. An amazing player and a wonderful team mates. My thoughts are with all his family and friends. Rest in peace.
— Abou DIABY (@AbouVDIABY) June 1, 2019
Roto. Destrozado. No tengo palabras. Todo el cariño a la familia. ¡Siempre te recordaremos, amigo! DEP hermano https://t.co/RKxTsdZlTl
— Sergio Ramos (@SergioRamos) June 1, 2019
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