- Passed away on July 3, 2025
- No.20 shirt has been retired
- Included on Reds’ squad list
The 28-year-old forward passed away alongside his brother Andre Silva on July 3. Jota was involved in a car accident when travelling through northern 西班牙 to a ferry port that would have seen him return to 英格蘭 for pre-season training.n
Messages of condolence flooded in after news of Jota’s death broke, with several players and coaches that he worked alongside attending an emotional funeral in his home town of Gondomar.
利物浦 have announced that they will be retiring their No.20 jersey, with the 英超聯賽 champions saying: “After consultation with his wife, Rute, and family, the club can announce the squad number will be retired in honour and memory of Diogo across all levels, including LFC Women and Academy.”
The Reds have also continued to include Jota on the squad list that features on the club’s official website. After a run down of the goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards, a special “forever” spot is reserved for Jota.
Several players, across a variety of spots, have paid homage to Jota with on-field celebrations. Liverpool’s first game since receiving heartbreaking news saw them face Preston North End in a pre-season friendly – with more tributes being paid there.
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