James Maddison has donated £1,000 to a hit-and-run victim’s family to help with the funeral costs
The Tottenham star – dropped from England’s Euro 2024 squad – was touched by the death of Keaton Slater.
The 12-year-old boy was killed after he was hit by a BMW in Coventry on Friday (14 Jun).
Maddison – who was born in the city – donated the money to a JustGiving page.
Police are hunting the driver on suspicion of causing his death by dangerous driving.
Maddison, who also started his career at Coventry City who Keaton supported, said: “Tear in my eye reading about this young man’s death in my home city of Coventry.
“Keaton’s family I am so sorry for your loss, if there is anything I can do to help please reach out whenever you feel.
“Sending my love to all of Keatons family and friends.
“Rest easy young man.”
On the fundraising page he said: “I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending my love. Madders.”
John McDevitt, who set up the page for Keaton’s family, thanked him for his support: “It is awful, so so sad.
“The family are broken.
“I am the fella running the JustGiving fundraising appeal for the family, I do have to say thank you for your donation yesterday.”
Coventry City also shared their sadness at the death of their young supporter, as reported on Need To Know.
A club spokesperson said: “Coventry City are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of young supporter Keaton Slater
“Keaton was killed after being hit by a car which failed to stop on Radford Road on Friday afternoon.
“Twelve-year-old Keaton was a huge Coventry City supporter, and the thoughts and condolences of everyone at Coventry City Football Club and the entire Sky Blue community are with Keaton’s family and friends at this awful time for them.
“The Sky Blues will liaise with Keaton’s family to support them, and to help them to remember and to pay tribute to Keaton.”
Maddison was omitted from Gareth Southgate’s squad for Germany after a dip in form at the end of last season.
The 27-year-old went to the last World Cup in Qatar with the Three Lions.
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