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“This is an incredibly difficult time for our family. We kindly ask for privacy and space.
Thank you for understanding,” he wrote.
According to Dutch publication De Telegraaf, Gakpo remained on the team bus during a training session four days prior before being transported separately by car due to the family situation.
Supporters of Liverpool FC quickly organized online tributes. One widely viewed post offered solidarity to the 27-year-old forward.
“Sending our thoughts, love and condolences to Cody Gakpo and his family following the heartbreaking news of the loss of their baby boy.
YNWA,” posted an account on X.
Football fans continued to share messages of sympathy as the player prepares for his next professional commitment.
“No words for this. Just so, so sorry for Cody and his family.
This is the kind of pain that puts everything else into perspective,” commented another user.
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The Netherlands national team is scheduled to play their next World Cup match against Morocco on June 30 at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico.
