Liverpool have paid tribute to supporter Philip Dooley, who died in a road traffic accident in Bergamo, Italy, in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Dooley, 51, had travelled to Italy for Liverpool’s Champions League match against AC Milan, with the city of Bergamo around an hour’s journey north of Milan.
Merseyside Police have confirmed they are assisting Italian authorities following the incident.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of our supporter Philip Dooley, following a road traffic accident in Bergamo in the early hours of this morning,” a Liverpool statement said.
“Philip was a lifelong Liverpool fan who had travelled to Italy to be at tonight’s Champions League game against AC Milan.
“Our staff in Milan are working with the local police and consulate, and continue to provide support to other fans impacted by this devastating incident.
“The thoughts and prayers of everyone connected to the club are with Philip’s family, friends and fellow supporters at this extremely difficult time. Rest in peace, Philip.”
Liverpool players will wear black armbands at San Siro as a mark of respect to Dooley.
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