(BBC) — The funeral for Alfie Evans will be a private event, but well-wishers have been invited to watch the procession.

The 23-month-old, from Bootle, died at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool last month after suffering a degenerative brain condition.

Merseyside Police said well-wishers could line the pavement outside Goodison Park from 11:00 BST on 14 May.

Ch. Insp. Chris Gibson said Alfie’s parents Tom and Kate “continue to thank the community.”

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