Former Arsenal striker Benik Afobe has revealed that his two-year-old daughter has died.
The 26-year-old footballer, who now plays for Bristol City, put out a statement on Sunday to share the news of Amora's death.
It said: "It is with an extremely heavy heart that the Afobe family have today confirmed the devastating news that their first child, their beloved daughter Amora, 2, passed away late on Friday evening.
"Amora was taken to hospital for treatment after unexpectedly developing a severe infection.
"Unfortunately she then suffered a number of serious complications and despite doctors doing absolutely everything that they possibly could, Amora passed away peacefully with the love of her family by her side."
The statement added: "The entire family have been left totally devastated and heartbroken, and would like to ask that their privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time."
Afobe is currently on loan at Bristol City from Stoke City. However he is currently out injured.
