Nuin, who joined San Telmo in 2022, had previously come through the youth ranks of two of Argentina's football giants, Boca Juniors and Independiente.
Argentine midfielder, Camilo Ernesto Nuin has d!ed during knee surgery.
The 18-year-old footballer played for second-division club San Telmo before his death.
He died on Thursday while undergoing the medical procedure. The cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed.
Nuin, who joined San Telmo in 2022, had previously come through the youth ranks of two of Argentina's football giants, Boca Juniors and Independiente.
San Telmo confirmed the heartbreaking news in a statement on Thursday: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Camilo Ernesto Nuin, a player in our youth and reserve divisions, who was undergoing surgery today."
The club added that it would remain closed for the day as a mark of respect and solidarity with Nuin's family and loved ones.
"We join his family, friends, and team-mates in this difficult time and remain at their disposal for anything they may need," the statement added.
President of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), Claudio Tapia, expressed his sorrow in a post on 𝕏: "A very sad piece of news that shakes the entire football world."
In an official statement, the AFA said: "The Argentine Football Association, through its president Claudio Tapia and executive committee, expresses its sorrow at the death of Camilo Nuin and extends its condolences to the player's family."
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