Tributes flood in for MLS star Holden Trent, 25, after sudden dying

Tributes have poured in from across the MLS as the tragic death of a goalkeeper aged 25 was announced on Saturday.

Holden Trent was a player at Philadelphia Union with the club announcing the awful news in a statement. No cause of death has been revealed but according to Yahoo Sports Trent was admitted to intensive care earlier this week.

In a post online, his club said: “The Philadelphia Union is devastated by the heartbreaking passing of Holden Trent. While he was a wonderful player and fierce competitor, he was more importantly a devoted son, brother, fiance, and team-mate who made those around him better.”

Trent came through the college system in the USA at High Point University before being drafted by the Union where he was a backup goalkeeper. While he never made a first-team appearance he was an unused substitute on eight occasions this season and played six times for the reserve team.

He got engaged to his fiance Brie Losito at the end of last year, and the footballer proposed during a romantic break in Europe.

Several MLS clubs offered their condolences following his sudden death, and fans took to social media to pay tribute.

One said: “We love you Holden and will keep your love alive,” with another writing “I love you brother, one of the most genuine people I know. I’ll never forget what you have done for me since day one brother, I love you and I’m always going to keep your name alive bro please watch over us bro.”

The 25-year-old’s family also posted on the player’s Instagram page thanking fans for their messages of support at this difficult time: “We want to thank everyone for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Holden passed away this afternoon surrounded by his family and friends.

“Details on services and celebration of life are forthcoming. Our family is deeply touched to see and experience the love you all have for Holden. Love, Holden’s Family.”

A teammate of Holden’s also said: “I love you, brother. Will cherish all of our memories on and off the field.”