Reports say Sarkic fell ill at an apartment in Budva, Montenegro, on Saturday morning.
Despite immediate medical attention, he passed away around 6:30 am local time. Sarkic had recently played a full match for Montenegro against Belgium just over a week ago. Millwall, on its website on Saturday morning, issued a statement expressing their devastation.
Tributes are pouring in for Sarkic, who had a notable career with several English clubs. The footballing community mourns the loss of a talented and respected player.
Millwall goalkeeper Sarkic dies on duty at 26
Millwall’s 26-year-old goalkeeper, Matija Sarkic, has tragically passed away after falling ill while on international duty with Montenegro.
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