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Portsmouth have asked for Tresor Lomana Lua Lua to be given his privacy after the sudden death of the striker's 18-month-old son.
Lua Lua's son died of a mysterious illness while the player was away on international duty with DR Congo, and the news has left everyone at Portsmouth stunned.
"Pompey striker Lua Lua has thanked the enormous amount of people who have sent good wishes to him concerning the death of his son whilst the player was on African Cup of Nations duty," read a statement issued by the club.
"He has also been deeply touched by many messages of sympathy.
"At this moment Lua Lua would like to be left alone to properly grieve and asks that everybody respects his wishes at this sad time.
"Everyone at the club would also like to offer their condolences to our striker."
Lua Lua, who was not told about the bereavement until after DR Congo had been knocked out of the tournament, even though his son died on January 20, also thanked those who had supported him, but asked for a little time and space.
He is planning to continue full training, but club bosses will monitor his progress before rushing him back into action.
"I am in total shock. I did not know about it until my dad told me," he explained.
"I am devastated by the tragic loss. I am grateful and appreciative for the kind wishes and support I have received from everybody.
"As I am sure everyone will understand I just wish to be with my family and be allowed to grieve privately.
"I appreciate everyone respecting my wishes.
"I have just got to try to carry on by coming into training."
Lua Lua's son died of a mysterious illness while the player was away on international duty with DR Congo, and the news has left everyone at Portsmouth stunned.
"Pompey striker Lua Lua has thanked the enormous amount of people who have sent good wishes to him concerning the death of his son whilst the player was on African Cup of Nations duty," read a statement issued by the club.
"He has also been deeply touched by many messages of sympathy.
"At this moment Lua Lua would like to be left alone to properly grieve and asks that everybody respects his wishes at this sad time.
"Everyone at the club would also like to offer their condolences to our striker."
Lua Lua, who was not told about the bereavement until after DR Congo had been knocked out of the tournament, even though his son died on January 20, also thanked those who had supported him, but asked for a little time and space.
He is planning to continue full training, but club bosses will monitor his progress before rushing him back into action.
"I am in total shock. I did not know about it until my dad told me," he explained.
"I am devastated by the tragic loss. I am grateful and appreciative for the kind wishes and support I have received from everybody.
"As I am sure everyone will understand I just wish to be with my family and be allowed to grieve privately.
"I appreciate everyone respecting my wishes.
"I have just got to try to carry on by coming into training."
All I'll say is I hope it was his family's decision not to tell him straight away, and not the club's.
Condolences to the Lua Lua family.

