Sergi Roberto's emotional farewell to his late mother: I will make you proud Barcelona Wrote message on social media

Sergi Roberto has written an emotional message to his mother, Maria Rosa Carnicer, who died on Saturday after a long battle with ALS disease.

The Barcelona player took to social media and shared pictures of him and his mother together.

"I was able to say everything I needed to say to you so now all that remains to say is that I promise you that I won't stop fighting until the end like you taught us to do until your final moment," he wrote.

"You've always given a life lesson being positive and happy even in the most difficult moments.

"You had a smile on your face and cared about others until the last moment, I promise you that I will make you proud of your son and the family that you have.

"We've enjoyed so much with you and I know that you will always be beside us.

"You're the best mother in the world. I love you lots."