Liverpool release statement on Diogo Jota's death

Liverpool's homepage offers condolences to striker Diogo Jota's family after the tragic incident that occurred on the morning of July 3 (local time).

Jota won the Premier League with Liverpool.

In the latest announcement, Liverpool's homepage wrote: "Liverpool is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota. The club has been informed that Jota passed away following a traffic accident in Spain with his brother Andre."

"Liverpool will not be making any further comment at this time. We ask that everyone respect the privacy of Jota and Andre's family, friends, teammates and club staff. We will continue to provide further updates," Liverpool's homepage concluded.

According to Marca , Jota's accident occurred at km 65 near Sanabria, Zamora province, northwestern Spain. Witnesses at the scene said the car carrying Jota and his brother Andre suddenly lost control, went off the road and caught fire. When rescuers arrived, both victims had no chance of survival.

Jota joined Liverpool from Wolves in 2020 for a fee of €44.7 million and quickly made his mark at Anfield. Jota played a total of 182 games for the Reds in all competitions, scoring 65 goals and providing 26 assists.

Jota has played a key role in many of the team's recent achievements, especially the 2024/25 Premier League title - Liverpool's first title after the Jurgen Klopp era, in addition to the 2021/22 domestic cup double (FA Cup and League Cup).

Goals on the day Liverpool won the championship In the early morning of April 28, Liverpool crushed Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield, thereby winning the Premier League championship 4 rounds early.

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