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AC Milan says Franco Baresi has died at 66

The club announced the news on its website. Baresi was one of the most recognisable figures in Milan’s history.

Former Italian football star Franco Baresi has died, AC Milan said on its website. He was 66 years old.

Baresi is closely associated with Milan, where he became one of the club’s most prominent players over a long career. The club has not released further details about his death.

AC Milan confirmed the news early on Friday morning Finnish time. The announcement marks the loss of another major name in world football.

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