Astori: cause of death confirmed as tributes continue to pour in
- Jordan Russell (@JordRuss96)
“We think he died of a cardiac arrest, which can be attributed to natural causes. It is strange that something like this can happen to a professional whose health is monitored constantly without any warning signs.”
Meanwhile, tributes from the football world continue to pour in for the 31-year-old, who leaves behind partner Francesca Fioretti and two-year-old daughter Vittoria.
Indeed, Viola fans are gathering outside the Stadio Artemio Franchi to pay tribute to their leader. Flowers have been laid and banners have been hung, one of which reads “ciao captain, forever with us.”
Cagliari coach Diego López reportedly felt ill when he first heard the news at the Marassi, having been a teammate of Astori during his playing days in Sardinia.