Liverpool Forward Cody Gakpo Announces Tragic Loss of Unborn Son
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo and his partner, Noa van der Bij, revealed the devastating loss of their unborn baby boy through an emotional Instagram Story. The post featured a black‑and‑white photo of their hands resting on the infant, who was wrapped in a blanket and wore a knitted cap.
The couple wrote, “With broken hearts, we share the devastating news that our baby boy passed away during pregnancy. Thank you for your love and support.” They also disclosed the child’s name: Elijah Raphael Gakpo, adding, “Forever loved. Forever our son.”
Following the announcement, fans, teammates and members of the wider football community flooded social media with messages of sympathy. The Netherlands national team, together with Liverpool FC, posted a joint note saying, “Our thoughts are with you, Cody and family.”
Gakpo continues to be a key player for Liverpool and the Netherlands national team, though he has not provided further details about the circumstances surrounding the loss.
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