Rabat - Former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova died on Friday at the age of 45 after a prolonged battle against cancer, the Catalan club said in a press releaseon Friday.
Vilanova was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland more than two years ago and was forced to step down as Barcelona boss last July due to ongoing health problems.
“FC Barcelona is in immense mourning. Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45. May he rest in peace,” said Barcelona in a statement.
The FC Barcelona is in immense mourning. Tito Vilanova has died at the age of 45. May he rest in peace
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 25, 2014
With Agencies