Naby Keita's cousin Almamy Keita is alive and in hospital after a fatal bus crash killed several others in Guinea.
A statement from the Professional Football League of Guinea last night stated nine players from second-division side Etoile de Guinee, who Almamy Keita plays for, were killed in the incident - with Almamy among those dead.
Despite the official statement, the ECHO has since learned Almamy - who was involved in the crash - has been hospitalised and did not die in the crash.
The sports agency who manage Almamy's career, Fella Sport Management, said: "We are happy to announce that Almamy Keita is alive and currently hospitalised.
"He is stable at the moment. No major injury, maybe some head injury but waiting for scan to confirm."
The crash took place outside the city of Mamou, 250 kilometres east of the capital Conakry where Etoile are based.
The team were on their way to play in the city of Kankan, a further 400km east of Mammou, in what was meant to be the first match of the league season.
Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita posted on his Instagram after the incident saying: "I am shocked, sad and heartbroken at this terrible news.
"I send my sincere condolences to all families of the victims, as well as the whole sporting family of Guinea.
"Rest in perfect peace guys."
The ECHO has contacted the Professional Football League of Guinea for a statement.
hoyaenuz
0
Which one in the picture is his cousin 🤷♂️
jacksonjuan
0
Well this some good news I hope everyone else who’s still alive stays alive and I wish em quick recovery and R.I.P. to those that died
Saeaceistu
1
AF is so unprofessional and inconsistent. It’s sad
kismprtuyz
1
Thanks God one person is alive not because of is Naby keita brother but God doing
DannyL
0
it's a team bus not commercial punk
Hey relax guys, he's just another hater because he thinks if someone has money he should buy everyone everything, ingore him
DaMhztourage
0
That's some heartwarming news for the family , wish him divine healing .
viskmpy
0
It’s a shame to Naby Keita to let his brother take a commercial car. By this time you should buy some of your family members a car
it's a team bus not commercial punk
JeSfaMouS-17
0
Still can’t find a word to describe kind of journalism we have currently
deextaq
0
We duly hope so... Speedy recovery
Ludeinoy
0
A speedy recovery to the injured. RIP to the departed souls
Yuskid
0
It’s a shame to Naby Keita to let his brother take a commercial car. By this time you should buy some of your family members a car
Even big teams travel in group with their bus 🚌
ericgyan
0
It’s a shame to Naby Keita to let his brother take a commercial car. By this time you should buy some of your family members a car
Really?? Did u read the news at all?? It's a team bus. What else do u expect him to do?? Go with his own car If he has??
Rhykon
0
It’s a shame to Naby Keita to let his brother take a commercial car. By this time you should buy some of your family members a car
Rhykon
0
you correct your English first, before saying anything
Savage 🤣😂
Akeel_Ar
1
thank god
Mwene98
0
you correct your English first, before saying anything
[Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]
de84
3
indeed to him we will return.
Neefehmie99
0
its was official yesterday it was even in the news.
af posted 2 days ago that Keita cousin is dead. and now again, They said he's alive
voebcms
0
just because baby keita is a star, so be his cousin's name enters into the book list to mk some noise on social.media
every player deserves ouver respect
voebcms
0
AF you lack accuracy, you guys reported him death, shame on you.
it was official yesterday it was even in the news.
voebcms
0
AF should always get their Facts before posting nonsense
its was official yesterday it was even in the news.
ElmanderElmanuel
0
AF you lack accuracy, you guys reported him death, shame on you.
don't always put blame on innocent people. all site stated the same thing yesterday and a statement from Guinea even backed it up. AF is a news reporter and they post according to what was released likewise every other news broadcaster. News later came out that he is alive and they brought it to us again, is that a crime?
TheSpecialManUtd
1
Alhamdulillah. Thank God for this miracle.
I also hope that the others who died will be in Heaven.
TheSpecialManUtd
14
Alhamdulillah. Thank God for this miracle.
limbdklruy
4
thanks Baby Keita Is a blessing to you .and we bless you one assist and one goal on 11th Tuesday this month.
Yotbdpsyz
1
rest in peace footballers Hod Bless you for participating
temdirs
2
it is a shameful thing on some part of Africa that some times we don't censor some issues before broadcasting it anyway be strong man
kayapeople
2
fiest you say she is dead now in hospital whats that
you correct your English first, before saying anything
Tiuilmnsuz
1
rip
Fakbceimop
0
fiest you say she is dead now in hospital whats that
Fakbceimop
0
what the fucking mews
ciudmnpruy
0
good news
Neefehmie99
1
AF should always get their Facts before posting nonsense
dueblntu
0
AF you lack accuracy, you guys reported him death, shame on you.
DeDeAli
3
finally good news we've been hearing death so much these days get well soon Mr Keita.
Chrismaris1
0
thanks to God Almighty
demacpy
1
May God bandage the wounds of their families in this tough times....and cover them under his wings....he's capable of everything....May their souls rest in peace....and may all those in hospital be healed in the name of Jesus....
Luhdimsty
1
how many cousins does he have?
Dikeprince
0
just because baby keita is a star, so be his cousin's name enters into the book list to mk some noise on social.media
cawords like u dont deserve to be football fan
Stephensna11
0
Great news ❤️❤️🙏🙏
ciaacdeprt
0
good news
BensenBrenden
0
RIP AND GET WELL SOON KEITA
toodeiopy
0
Rip to them
Toddimpz
0
r I p
rami_mohsen
0
rip to all of them
vaainors
2
From Liberia! Condolences to the Victims Families and Love One. Speedy recovery to all those who sustained injuries. This road is so narrow and drivers are always driving on a very high speed with no traffic regulations which is prone the tragic motor accidents. Living and traveling in these areas were so worrisome as a Refugee in the 90s.
coucdekuy
0
just because baby keita is a star, so be his cousin's name enters into the book list to mk some noise on social.media
mimdiyz
1
may their soul rest in peace ameen
Wawabirstu
5
It's such a miracle to hear this wonderful news,what a lucky survivor.THANK GOD HE IS ALIVE!RIP to the others,May your Souls REST IN ETERNAL PEACE!
Sesblmpsu
2
may their souls rest in peace