Written by Emmanuel Okogba
Romelu Lukaku, a forward for Napoli and Belgium, is grieving the death of his father, Roger Lukaku, who died at the age of 58.
The Belgian striker, who is also out due to an injury, receives the news at a trying moment.
In a moving act, Lukaku deleted everything off his Instagram page except for a touching remembrance of his father. His message said:
I’m grateful that you taught me everything I know. You have my eternal gratitude and appreciation. Nothing will ever be the same in life. defending and directing me in a way that no one else could. My personality will change. Even if I’m in a lot of pain and crying, God will give me the strength to pull myself together.
Fans and the football community have poured in support for Lukaku, who was instrumental in Napoli’s recent championship run, as he copes with his loss and recuperation from his injury.
Roger Lukaku, a former professional football player himself, had a big influence on his son’s career. Romelu, who has cited his father as his biggest motivation, has extensively acknowledged his influence both on and off the game.
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