Fazakerley 9 is a charity set-up after the death of 18-year-old James McVey, who had tried to act as a peacemaker in a fight at a birthday party.
The aim of the trust is to regenerate Hawksmoor Park and turn the space into an area that can benefit the community as a whole and in particular, the area’s youth population.
Speaking at the launch event, Lucas said: “I am here to show my support for this charity. I think any charity that helps the community and young people is very important.
“I hope this charity will help James’s memory to live on. I think it’s important to help people and everything I can do, I will do and that’s why I am here.”
Lucas Leiva had been James’ favourite player before his tragic death and now will represent the charity set-up in his honour.
