Former Benfica and Modena footballer Manú dies in traffic accident at 43

According to BBC Turkish, former Benfica and Modena footballer Manú has died at the age of 43 following a traffic accident.

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Former Benfica and Modena footballer Manú dies in traffic accident at 43

The football world has been shaken by the news of the death of former Portuguese footballer Manú. It was announced that the former winger, whose real name was Emanuel de Jesus Bonfim Evaristo, lost his life at the age of 43 as a result of a traffic accident.

Manú's passing was announced by FC Alverca, one of the clubs where he began his professional career. The club stated that it remembers its former player with "gratitude" and extended its condolences to his family and loved ones.

Beyaz zemin üzerinde siyah yas kurdelesi. — Condolence messages were shared across the football community following the news of Manú's death.

Manú, who played for Benfica between 2004 and 2008, also played for the Italian teams Modena and Carpenedolo during his career. The Portuguese footballer also took to the pitch in Greece, Poland, China, and Cyprus.

The death of Manú, known as an offensive winger, was met with sadness in both Portuguese and Italian football.

News Source: 12punto