Lioness Ella Toone left heartbroken after dad's tragic death just days before 60th birthday
ok.co.ukElla Toone, the Manchester United footballer, has revealed her dad, Nick, passed away just days before his birthday.The 25 year old shared the heartbreaking news with her fans, explaining that her dad had been a huge part of her career, often seen cheering her on at matches, whether it was for Manchester United or England games with her Lioness teammates.
On Instagram, Ella posted a series of photos of her dad, writing: "Dad, Today would have been your 60th bday, just 3 days after we had to watch you leave us.
I wish we could have had at least 20 more birthdays together. We will raise a glass for your big one tonight as much as you really didn't wanna turn the big six 0!" "I don't have the words right now but all I can say is I will miss you and I will never stop loving you.There's a big hole in my heart that can never be filled but all I can do now is continue to make you proud.
You're the biggest reason I've achieved what I have, playing without you sat in the stands shouting COME ON UNITED won't ever be the same but you got the best seat in the house now dad, just make sure you remember to take your glasses for once.The best dad in the world, best man, my best friend and my best football coach.
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