FOOTBALLER Luca Aluisi has died after collapsing in front of his mum.

The 30-year-old had only just signed for Italian non-league side ASD Castell'Azzara.

Aluisi was due to attend his first training session at the club today after putting pen to paper on his contract.

But he suddenly fell ill yesterday and lost consciousness at home.

His mum was visiting at the time and immediately called an ambulance.

Unfortunately, medics were unable to save him .

A statement from ASD Castell'Azzara confirmed the devastating news.

It read: "We are deeply shaken by the tragic news of the passing of Luca Aluisi.

"The young man, 30, was ready to wear our jersey and begin this new sporting adventure with great enthusiasm.

"The club joins with heartfelt sympathy in the family’s grief for the sudd

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