“Real Madrid, its president and its management deeply regret the loss of Miguel Van Damme. Real Madrid would like to express their deepest condolences and support to his family and loved ones, to his club and his teammates.“, writes the Spanish club in a press release.
“I embrace the family. Rest in peace my friend“tweeted the iconic former Real Madrid goalkeeper, of whom Miguel Van Damme was a fan. The Spaniard had also sent him a message of support in January 2020 as part of the Golden Boot ceremony.
The Cercle Brugge goalkeeper died overnight from Monday to Tuesday. He lost a 5 year battle with leukemia.