Swiss football club FC Granges-Paccot is mourning the death of 24-year-old player Jakov Jelkic, whose body was found after he went missing in Alicante, Spain.

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Jelkic was in Alicante with his teammates for a tournament. Reports indicate that he was last seen leaving a bar during a night out and is believed to have accidentally fallen into the sea.

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When he didn’t return to his hotel, the staff notified the authorities, and his family launched a social media campaign to help find him.

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Sadly, police confirmed that Jelkic’s body was recovered from the waters at Alicante port in the early hours of Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Preliminary investigations suggest his death was accidental.

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FC Granges-Paccot has since released a heartfelt statement, paying tribute to their young player.

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FC Granges-Paccot posted on Instagram:

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“It is with great sadness that we learned of Jakov’s passing. All our thoughts go to his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who knew him, whether closely or from afar. His memory will remain forever engraved in our hearts. A friend, a teammate, an inspiration to us all. Rest in peace.”

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Jelkic had scored one goal for the club this season.

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