Mark Hughes heartbroken after death of son Alex, 38

Former Manchester United striker and Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has been left devastated by the sudden and unexpected death of his son, Alex Hughes, at the age of 38. The family released a statement through the League Managers Association: "Jill and I are totally heartbroken by the sudden and unexpected loss of our beloved son Alex.

Alex was a wonderful son, brother to Curtis and Xenna, devoted husband and father to Jessica and their two beautiful children Sebastian and Leonardo. Alex was Player Recruitment Lead at Grimsby Town FC, and had many good friends and colleagues. He will be so deeply missed by us all.

We ask for privacy during this sad time as we come to terms with our family’s loss." Alex was born in 1987, a year that saw his father playing for European giants Barcelona. After a brief playing career in Wales he moved into analysis and recruitment, developing a reputation for talent identification and tactical understanding.

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