Senegal Legend, Pape Diouf Dies After Contracting Coronavirus » GhBasecom™

Earlier on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, the French club revealed the 68-year-old had been suffering from coronavirus. Diouf was being treated in a hospital in Senegal, the country of his birth, after contracting the virus. A statement on Marseille's Twitter account read: "Olympique de Marseille learned with great sadness of the death of Pape Diouf. Pape will remain forever in the hearts of Marseillais as one of the great craftsmen of the history of the club. Our condolences to his family and loved ones.” As a reminder, Pape Diouf was appointed CEO of Marseille in 2004 and was voted the President in 2005. An esteemed leader, he was one of the major players in French football. After leaving Marseille in 2009, he became a sought-after speaker in sports conferences. L'Olympique de Marseille a appris avec beaucoup de tristesse le décès de Pape Diouf. Pape restera jamais dans le cœur des Marseillais comme l'un des grands artisans de l'histoire du club. Toutes nos condoléances sa famille et ses proches. Source | Summary