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Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38
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Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38

BBC Sport · Jun 20, 2026, 10:20 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • Mark Hughes was most recently manager at Carlisle United but left his post in May
  • Wales legend Mark Hughes has said he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38.
  • Alex Hughes had spells at Stockport County and Wrexham before ending his playing career to work in player analysis and recruitment.

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Mark Hughes was most recently manager at Carlisle United but left his post in May

Wales legend Mark Hughes has said he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38.

Alex Hughes had spells at Stockport County and Wrexham before ending his playing career to work in player analysis and recruitment.

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