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Marc Cucurella heartbreakingly opens up on son's autism as Chelsea star reflects on the 'difficult' challenges his family face

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Chelsea star Marc Cucurella has opened up on his son's autism and the challenges that it poses in everyday life.

Cucurella, 26, has enjoyed an impressive 12 months, winning Euro 2024 with Spain while the defender has also developed into a crucial player for Chelsea under Enzo Maresca.

The Spaniard, who came through the ranks at Barcelona before shining for Getafe and then Brighton, has three children with his partner Claudia Rodriguez; Mateo, Rio and Claudia.

Cucurella has previously revealed how the eldest Mateo has autism, and in a heartfelt interview on the La Media Inglesa channel, the 26-year-old reflected on his son's diagnosis and how the family deal with the situation.