Iconic footballer’s son dies as heartbroken legend says he’ll ‘ceaselessly in our hearts’
Ibrox hero Nacho Novo has shared the tragic news on social media this afternoon confirming the death of his son and he said ‘forever in our hearts’
Nacho Novo’s son has tragically passed away(Image: Instagram)
The son of Rangers legend Nacho Novo has passed away. The Ibrox icon, who is currently the manager of Darvel, shared the tragic news on his Instagram, saying he was “absolutely broken”.
The 47-year-old wrote: “Nothing in my life could’ve prepared me for this post. We are absolutely broken to share the sad news that our beautiful boy has tragically passed away. Please respect our families privacy during this extremely difficult time. Forever in our hearts my boy”.
Heartfelt tributes have already started pouring in from fellow sportspeople and fans across the world. Sports broadcaster Laura Woods wrote: “I’m so sorry for your loss Nacho, rest in peace your beautiful boy”.
Nacho Novo paid tribute to his ‘beautiful boy’(Image: Instagram)
Wrestling star Grado commented: “So sorry to hear this Nacho – absolutely heart breaking. My thoughts are with you and your family.”
Gers fan page Rangers Til’ I Die shared on Facebook: “Our thoughts are with Nacho Novo and his family following the heartbreaking news of the passing of his son, report The Daily Record.
“During this incredibly difficult time, the entire Rangers family stands behind you and your loved ones. Sending you strength and love.”
Oswalds Bar, a Rangers pub in Glasgow city centre, added: “Our thoughts are with you Nacho”.
Ex-footballer Nazmi Albadawi scribed: “Sorry for your loss brother”.
The Rangers legend confirmed his son had died in a post on Instagram
Nacho was appointed Darvel FC manager in November last year after a stint coaching at West of Scotland Premier side Drumchapel.
The club said they were ‘delighted’ to appoint the former Ibrox striker who netted 47 times across 179 appearances for the light blues.
