Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo announces that his newborn son has died

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has announced on social media that his newborn son has died.

The news was revealed in a message from Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodríguez that appeared on the Portugal forward’s social media accounts on Monday evening.

“It is with deepest sadness we have to announce that our baby boy has passed away,” said Ronaldo, 37.

“It is the greatest pain that any parents can feel. Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness.

“We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support.

“We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time.

“Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you.”

Ronaldo had announced in a social media post last October that he and Rodriguez were expecting twins.

Your pain is our pain, @Cristiano