Alelegn Azene: Ethiopian Star Allegedly Takes His Own Life 10 Days After Marriage

• Alelegn Azene has passed away amid distressing reports that he took his own life
• The 26-year-old was the highest paid player in the Ethiopian Premier League
• Alelegn recently wedded in the traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church

One of the highest paid players for the Ethiopian Premier League, Alelegn Azene, has passed away amid claims that he took his own life overnight.

The Ethiopian Premier League has been thrown into mourning following the death of the promising talent.

This comes just two weeks after he officially got married to his lover in a well attended ceremony in his home country.

Azene, who played in the midfield for Bahir Dar City, had been impressive for the club scoring important goals.

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The report from Balageru indicated that he wedded just ten days earlier, in the traditions of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church – taking communion, Borkena reports.

While the specific arrangement is yet unknown, it is confirmed that his remains will be laid to rest in Arba Minch, where he was born 26 years ago, on Wednesday.

Ex-CAF media expert Collins Okinyo confirmed the tragic news when he wrote on his X handle:

"Mental health is also a big issue for footballers something the clubs should address.

"It'ss sad to get news that one of the highest paid players in the Ethiopian Premier League, Alelegn Azene (26) has allegedly taken his own life overnight.

"May he Rest in peace."

Sportscaster Jiregna Dinkisa added:

"I'm deeply saddened to learn the sudden passing of this intelligent player of Bahirdar City F.C, Alelign Azene😭

"I would love to extend my deepest sympathies to his family, loved ones and club's fans.

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"Gone too soon, May his soul rest in paradise."

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