Sports Desk:

Liverpool Football Club has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Portuguese forward Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a road traffic accident in Spain.

In a statement released on Thursday, the club said, “Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.

“The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre.

“Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss.

“We will continue to provide them with our full support.”

The club and football community are mourning the loss of Jota, who joined Liverpool in 2020 and played a key role in several of the team’s recent successes. Fans worldwide have expressed shock and grief over the news.