In a tragic incident that has shaken the sports community, the body of Moroccan player Abdellatif Akhrif, star of Ittihad Tanger, was found on Ain El Turk beach in Algeria. This event has caused deep sorrow among fans of Moroccan and Arab football.
In a humanitarian gesture, the new goalkeeper of JS Kabylie, Ghaya Merbah, took care of all the legal procedures necessary to transfer the body of his former teammate at Ittihad Tanger to his home country, Morocco. It’s worth noting that Merbah had previously played alongside Akhrif during their time together at the Tangier-based club.
This unfortunate event has sparked a wave of sympathy and support from sports fans, with condolences and messages of solace pouring in for the deceased’s family and club. Many followers expressed their deep sadness, praying for God to embrace the departed with His vast mercy and grant him paradise, and to inspire his family with patience and solace.
No additional details about the circumstances of Akhrif’s death have been revealed so far. It is expected that the relevant authorities will conduct an investigation into the incident to determine its circumstances.