Former Senegal international Papa Bouba Diop has passed away after a long illness at the age of 42. The former midfielder played for Fulham and Portsmouth in the Premier League - winning the FA Cup with Pompey in 2008. He was also a member of Pompey's triumphant 2008 FA Cup side, being introduced by manager Harry Redknapp as a late substitute in the 1-0 Final victory over Cardiff City. Tributes are already pouring in for Diop, including former club Fulham who tweeted: 'We are devastated to hear news reports this evening that Papa Bouba Diop has passed away, aged 42. We are devastated to hear news reports this evening that Papa Bouba Diop has passed away, aged 42.

Source: Daily Mail November 29, 2020 17:58 UTC