Erstwhile Arsenal striker, Kanu Nwankwo, has spoken on the demise of ex-teammate, Jose Antonio Reyes.

Spanish club, Sevilla confirmed Reyes’ death in a car crash at the age of 35.

Reyes died in a tragic accident recorded at 1140 hours on the A-376 motorway, from Seville to Utrera on Saturday.

The former Real Madrid and Sevilla star was on the books of Extremadura when he passed away.

He also played for Arsenal, Atlético Madrid and Benfica, and won the Europa League five teams with his Spanish clubs.

The news of his death left the footballing world in shock and many footballers.

The Nigerian legend posted on Instagram, ”I am devastated by this sad news, Reyes was a gentleman.

“May his soul rest in peace. @arsenal #arsenal #coyg #premierleague #spain #london #rip.”