Napoli and Belgium forward, Romelu Lukaku, has been plunged into mourning following the death of his father, Roger Lukaku, who passed away at the age of 58.
The 31-year-old striker, currently sidelined with an injury, wiped his entire Instagram page and shared a single heartfelt tribute to his late father.
“Thank you for teaching me everything I know. I’m forever grateful and appreciate you. Life will never be the same.”
“Protecting and guiding me like no one else could. I won’t be the same.”
“The pain and tears are flowing big time, but God will give me the strength to get myself back together,” Lukaku wrote.
Following the emotional post, fans and members of the global football community flooded the comment section with condolences and prayers.
Roger Lukaku, himself a former professional footballer, played a pivotal role in shaping his son’s career a fact Romelu has often acknowledged throughout his journey in football.
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