Former Newcastle and Ivory coast midfielder Cheick Tiote is DEAD



The Ivorian was a favourite at St James' Park during his seven years on Tyneside

 Former Newcastle midfielder Cheick Tiote has died aged 30 after collapsing in Beijing.

 His agent Emanuele Palladino confirmed the news on Monday afternoon, saying: "I confirm that my client Cheick Tiote passed away today after collapsing in training with his club Beijing Enterprises."

 Tiote begun his pro career in Belgium with Anderlecht, a period which included a loan spell with Roda JC.

 From there he moved to FC Twente in the Netherlands, establishing himself as an effective defensive midfielder, making 86 appearances for the Dutch side.

 He moved to the Premier League to join Newcastle in 2010 and made over 150 appearances for the Toon before leaving for China in February this year.

  
Tiote was plying his trade in the second tier in China for Beijing Enterprises. He had played 17 times for the club before his death.

 Demba Ba, Tiote's former teammate at Newcastle, was among the first to tweet his respects.

 "May Allah gives grant you jannah brother Tiote," the striker posted.


Jonas Gutierrez also tweeted a tribute, saying: "Very said to hear about the pass away of Tiote. RIP my friend. #nufc."
Newcastle later passed on their condolences, posting: "We are devastated to have learnt of the tragic passing of former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tioté in China today."


Current Toon boss Rafa Benitez added: "It is with great sadness that I have this afternoon learned of Cheick's death. In the all the time that I have known him, he was a true professional, dedicated and above all, a great man.

 "Our hearts go out to his family and friends at such a sad time."

 Tiote is best known for his seven-year spell at Newcastle having arrived in the north east in August 2010 for just £3.5million.

 Upon his arrival, he said: "It’s a great thrill for me to be joining such a famous club as Newcastle United."

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