South Africa international Gift Leremi has died following a car accident, police have confirmed.
South Africa international passes away
South Africa international Gift Leremi has died following a car accident, police have confirmed.
Leremi was driving along the R556 between Vaal Road and Brackendowns on Monday evening when he lost control.
Police spokesperson Jimmy Maboko said: "The car went off the road and overturned a number of times.
"He was then flung out of the vehicle."
The 22-year-old midfielder, who played for Mamelodi Sundowns, made four appearances at international level.
His last game for Bafana Bafana came at the Gold Cup two years ago.