CHARLTON Athletic has confirmed the tragic death of a “cherished” academy player.The League One club paid a heartwarming tribute to U10s star Ethan Ade-Oduwale on social media this morning.GettyThe league one club confirmed the tragic death of Ethan Ade-Oduwale this morning[/caption]In a statement on X, the club said: We are devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Ethan Ade-Oduwale, a cherished member of our academy’s U10s team. “Rest in peace, Ethan.”In a statement on their website, the team hailed “shining example” Ethan’s energy and enthusiasm for the sport.It read: “Ethan’s smile, energy and enthusiasm for football will always be remembered by his teammates and the staff within the academy. “From the moment he stepped onto a football pitch at Sparrows Lane, his desire to succeed spread across every session and his love of football will forever be remembered.“A shining example of what football should look like for any young player with his love of the ball, teammates and respect of all those who came across, Ethan will be sorely missed by all.”Ethan’s manager Tom Pell told how the academy had been left “devastated” by the youngster’s passing.He said: “Everyone within Charlton Athletic’s academy is absolutely devastated to find out the news of Ethan’s tragic passing.“On behalf of everyone within the academy, we are sending our thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to Ethan’s parents Adeola and Esther and the rest of Ethan’s family and friends.“In due course, we will share information on our plans to pay tribute to Ethan across the academy to ensure that he is always remembered.“We kindly ask for the privacy of his family, his teammates and the staff be respected during this truly difficult time.“His beaming smile will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Ethan.”Club Chairman Gavin Carter added: “On behalf of everyone at Charlton Athletic, we are devastated by the heartbreaking news of Ethan’s passing.“Our thoughts, heartfelt condolences, and full support are with Ethan’s parents and family.”Tributes have since flooded in from across the footballing world.Writing on X, former Premier League side Ipswich Town said: “The thoughts of everyone at Ipswich Town are with Ethan’s family and friends.”One fan said: “This is devastating news all our thoughts our with his family.”Another added: “Far, far too young to be taken from this earth. Rest in peace, little guy. I’m so sorry to all of his family.A third continued: “Play your heart out up there lad …godbless.”The football club confirmed the tragic news on social mediaMore to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun OnlineThesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.