Barcelona defender Gerard Pique and girlfriend Shakira have requested that fans send donations to UNICEF in their son's name.

The couple, who became parents to son Milan Pique Mebarak last month, released a photo of the newborn held in the arms of the Spain international.

The photo, which was posted on WhoSay, was accompanied by the message: "We hope that, in his name, other less privileged children in the world can have their basic needs covered through gifts and donations. Thank you for sharing this unforgettable moment with us."

Pique and his teammates currently top the table in La Liga by nine points.