Former Cheetahs of Benin Republic star striker Razak Omotoyossi has passed away at the age of 39.
Razak Omotoyossi’s death was confirmed by his former Swedish club Helsingborgs.
“Helsingborgs IF is in mourning,” the club said in a statement on Tuesday.
“We have been informed that our former player Razak Omotoyossi has passed away at the age of 39. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
“Rest in peace, Razak.”
Born in Lagos, Omotoyossi started his career in Nigeria, but was nearly derailed when the Nigeria Football Federation slammed a five-year ban on him for allegedly assaulting a referee during a Premier League game between his club, Sunshine Stars and visiting Enyimba.
Omotoyossi had though already left to play in neighbouring Benin and later switched to Beninese citizenship the same year.
He started his professional career in Benin with JS Pobè.