Former Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker Seidu Bancey is bereaved after losing his father Alhaji Seidu Bancey.

Until his demise Alhaji Seidu Bancey was the Bisa Imam of Tema  but died on Sunday at the 37 Military Hospital after a short illness.

He was 76 years and in line with Islamic practices will be laid to rest on Monday.

Seidu Bancey whose father has died played for Ebusua Dwarfs and Kumasi Asante Kotoko where he was a popular figure in the playing squad.

Final funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in the coming days.