Floriana FC expressed their sadness following the death of their former player Patrick Demanuele, aged 53.
Dubbed il-Koku, Demanuele was the son of former Floriana legend Pullu Demanuele and formed part of the Greens squad in the late 80s.
“Floriana Football Club is incredibly saddened to learn that club legend Patrick ‘Koku’ Demanuele has passed away,” Floriana FC said in a statement.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with friends and family at this difficult time.”
Patrick Camilleri started his career with Melita FC before moving to his hometown club Floriana.
He made his debut in the Premier League with the Greens colours in 1988 against neighbouring rivals Valletta.
During his time at Floriana FC, Demanuele collected 13 appearances, seven in the Premier League five in the FA Trophy, and the other in the Euro Cup.
At Floriana FC, Demanuele had the opportunity to play with his cousins Joe and Silvio Demanuele. After leaving Floriana he joined Gudja United.
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