Swiss football star, Karim Gazzetta commits suicide

Former Swiss international, Karim Gazzetta, has died after reportedly jumping down from his home in Bosnia and Herzegovina in the early hours of Monday morning.

Gazetta was found dead outside of his home in Bosnia and Herzegovina per Daily Mail UK.

The 27-year-old was once tipped to be one of the stars of the future after being nominated as one of the best youngsters in the country.

Gazetta played in all age group games up till the Under 20s but saw his career take on a downward turn after suffering from persistent injuries.

He signed for Zrinjski, the reigning Bosnian champions, in the summer but was restricted to two appearances owing to injuries.

A spokesman for the Swiss Football League said, “The Swiss Football League mourns the loss of former U20 international Karim Gazzetta, who tragically passed away in Bosnia.

“Most recently, at the age of 27, he was under contract with the Bosnian league leaders Zrinjski Mostar.

“The SFL expresses its deepest condolences to the entire family and loved ones, especially his younger brother Luca, who made three appearances in the Challenge League for Servette FC in the 2017/18 season and is currently playing in the Promotion League for Stade Nyonnais.”