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3rd July 2025
01:26pm BST
Jurgen Klopp has shared a tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre to Instagram.
Taking to the platform, the former Liverpool manager said that he is heartbroken.
In full, Klopp wrote: "This is a moment where I struggle! There must be a bigger purpose! But I can’t see it! I’m heartbroken to hear about the passing of Diogo and his brother André.
"Diogo was a not only a fantastic player, but also a great friend, a loving and caring husband and father!
"We will miss you so much! All my prayers, thoughts and power to Rute, the kids, the family, the friends and everyone who loved them!
"Rest in peace - Love J."
Jota passed away in a car accident in Zamora, Spain on the A-52 road at 12.30pm last night while travelling with his brother Andre, 26, who also died in the accident.
The tragic incident has been confirmed by Spanish police.
The awful news comes just a fortnight after Jota married his long-term girlfriend Rute Cardoso in Porto.
Jota also has three children.
As a footballer, Jota was on the back of a very successful season with Liverpool who became Premier League champions in May.
He made 182 appearances for Liverpool after signing for the six-time European champions for £40m in 2020.
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