Tributes are being paid to former Portsmouth footballer Papa Bouba Diop who has died aged 42.
The Senegalese international made 129 appearances in the Premier League. He first came to England in 2004 having moved to Fulham from RC Lens.
He joined Portsmouth in 2007, where he spent three years. Diop was part of Pompey's 2008 FA Cup-winning side under Harry Redknapp.
Former teammate, and England goalkeeper, David James has led the tributes.
Such sad news, one of the friendliest, lovely people I've ever had the pleasure to play football alongside
— David James (@jamosfoundation) November 29, 2020
Papa Bouba Diop
28 January 1978 - 29 November 2020
A true gentleman, RIP my friend 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/k5s61g7R21
During his time in England, Diop - who was nicknamed 'The Wardrobe' - also had spells at West Ham and Birmingham.
In a statement on their website, Portsmouth FC said:
"The thoughts of everyone at Portsmouth Football Club are with Papa’s family and friends at this incredibly sad time."
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