Liverpool Star Cody Gakpo Suffers Heartbreaking Family Loss as He Asks for Privacy. Liverpool and Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has shared devastating personal news after the loss of his unborn son, with the football world rallying around the Reds star and his family during an incredibly difficult time.
Gakpo’s partner, Noa van der Bij, revealed the heartbreaking news in an emotional social media post on Saturday. The couple had been expecting their second child together, with the baby due to arrive in October.
Softfootball gathered Alongside a touching photograph of the pair holding hands over a blanket and a knitted hat prepared for their baby, Van der Bij wrote:
“With broken hearts, we share the devastating news that our baby boy passed away during pregnancy. Thank you for your love and support. Elijah Raphael Gakpo. Forever loved. Forever our son.”
She later shared another emotional image of a candle and cross, explaining that the family visited church to light a candle in memory of their son before spending time at the playground with their eldest child, Samuel.
Following the announcement, Gakpo appealed for privacy as he and his family grieve the unimaginable loss, with messages of support flooding in from teammates, supporters, fellow footballers and clubs around the world.
The heartbreaking news comes during a busy summer for Liverpool, who continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new campaign. the Reds are preparing a fresh offer for highly-rated winger Yan Diomandé after their reported €100 million bid on June 18 was rejected, with RB Leipzig determined to keep the talented youngster for at least one more season.
For now, however, football has taken a back seat as thoughts remain firmly with Gakpo, Noa van der Bij and their family following the tragic loss of their son, Elijah Raphael Gakpo.
