Liverpool’s rising star Conor Bradley is mourning the death of his father.

Bradley has been taking part in amid the background of his dad, Joe, bravely battling critical sickness. His passing was confirmed on Saturday, simply three days after a coming-of-age efficiency from the 20-year-old defender within the Premier League.

The information underlines the braveness of the Northern Irish participant as he has given a collection of standout performances since breaking into Jurgen Klopp’s aspect.

A membership assertion from Liverpool learn: “Liverpool FC is deeply saddened by the death of Conor Bradley’s father, Joe, today.

“The thoughts of everybody at the club are with Conor and all of the Bradley family at this very difficult and sad time.

“On behalf of Conor, LFC strongly urges that the family’s privacy is fully respected at this time.”

He was man-of-the-match within the membership’s midweek win over Chelsea, when he scored and was accountable for two assists, and was on account of journey with the remainder of the squad to London forward of Sunday’s recreation in opposition to Arsenal.

Bradley had been tipped to start out the sport forward of Trent Alexander-Arnold however was neglected of the squad fully.

Since shifting to Liverpool – first noticed by Anfield scouts as a nine-year-old when he was taking part in for his native group St Patrick’s in County Tyrone – Bradley has been represented by his dad and mom slightly than an agent.  

The reward for his performances has been effusive from Jurgen Klopp, and the tragic information will put these stellar shows into a brand new perspective.

Bradley is the primary Northern Ireland-born participant in 70 years to attain for Liverpool within the high division of English soccer.

Last Wednesday, he was given the last word accolade when his identify was chanted vociferously by the Kop.

Naturally, he can anticipate the membership and supporters to rally round him much more within the aftermath of such an terrible occasion.