The world of football was also affected by the tragic consequences of storm Dana which hit Spain. Among the numerous victims there is also a former Valencia youth player, 28-year-old José Castillejo. It was the club itself that reported it on social media. «Valencia deeply regrets the death of José Castillejo, victim of the Dana disasters. Castillejo was part of the Academy until the youth phase and played in several teams in the Valencian Community. RIP,” reads the tweet.
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The Valencian footballer, born on February 29, 1996, played for the Alicante club in the old Second Division B. Despite his young age, Castillejo also played with Eldense, Paterna, Torre Levante, Buñol and Recambio Colón of Valencia, as well at CD Roda del Castellón.
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