The 21-year-old footballer Jian Kayo has tragically been discovered deceased at his home.
He was a goalkeeper for Ituano FC, and the club confirmed his passing in a statement.
Kayo was found unresponsive at his residence on the evening of February 18, Saturday.
His career had seen him playing in Sao Paulo’s youth system before being elevated to the professional squad for Ituano in the 2023 season.
The statement from the club, currently competing in the Brazilian football Série B, expressed: “With great sadness and dismay, Ituano FC communicates the death of the athlete Jian Kayo Gomes Soares.
“The body was found lifeless, at his residence, on the night of Saturday the 18th. Goalkeeper Jian Kayo, born in Parana, was 21 years old.
“He arrived for the Under-20 of Ituano in 2021 and was a starter in the Paulista Championship of that year, a starter in the 2022 Sao Paulo Cup, and also in Paulistao of the same year.
“Promising and of quality, he was promoted to the professional squad for the 2023 season. We deeply regret this great loss, directing our prayers to him, his family, and his friends.
“Ituano FC is providing all the necessary support and attention to the family, at this time of deep pain. As soon as possible, after approval by the authorities and the family, we will disclose additional information.”
