Horror as nine-year-old Juventus player is crushed to death during training

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Juventus have been stunned by the tragic death of a youngster at one of their training camps.

The Italian club’s juniors were training in New York when nine-year-old Tommaso Cerase tragically lost his life.

According to reports, authorities are investigating the incident after it is claimed a goal post fell on the youngster.

Juventus officials revealed the devastating news of the death was at the Juventus headquarters.

It is also claimed that his mother, Barbara Riccardi, was present for the horrific accident.

The youngster was rushed to the Roosevelt Hospital as medics battled to save his life.

However, despite their best efforts, the youngster passed away.