Former Swansea striker Ollie McBurnie has generously offered to pay for the funeral of a Swansea fans after the man passed away due to illness the BBC report.
McBurnie currently plays for Sheffield United and word of the passing of 26-year-old father of one, Mitchell Powell, reached the former Swan and McBurnie offered to pay the bill for the funeral.
It’s reported that McBurnie didn’t know the man personally but he was so moved by the story he felt the need to do something.
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“It was devastating to hear of Mitchell’s passing, especially leaving behind a young family,” McBurnie said.
“Some of the boys who I’m still close with down there (at Swansea) told me of the situation and I couldn’t sit back and do nothing.
“Mitchell was a big Swansea fan and everyone who I have spoken to said he was a lovely guy.
“I felt I could help make it a little easier for his family and friends without too much effort. I want to offer my condolences and best wishes to everyone who knew Mitchell.”
Powell was a season ticket holder at Swansea and was known for his fundraising work and was close to a number of Swansea’s staff.
The clubs head coach Steve Cooper dedicated his side’s victory over Norwich City on February 5th to the late Mr.Powell.