“We are heartbroken by the tragic passing of Ethan McLeod at the age of 21.” Wolves Announces on X in a statement.
The 21-year-old was reportedly returning from his team’s National League North match at Bedford Town in which he had been a substitute, when he when his white Mercedes collided with a barrier, around 22:40 GMT near Northampton on Tuesday.
Wolves further revealed: “Ethan joined Wolves Academy at seven-years-old and went on to sign professional terms at the club, before leaving in September 2024.
“We are sending our thoughts and love to Ethan’s family, friends and everyone at Macclesfield.
“Ethan’s younger brother Conor is currently in our under-21 squad and the whole club will be providing care and support to him and his family.
“We will observe a minute’s silence at Saturday’s first-team fixture against Brentford, to remember and honour Ethan.
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His football club Macclesfield described the deceased as “incredibly talented” and a “well-respected member” of their squad.
