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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Carl Markham

Liverpool ‘devastated’ by death of Diogo Jota in car crash

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died at the age of 28 (Bradley Collyer/PA) - (PA Wire)

Liverpool say they are “devastated” at the “unimaginable loss” of Diogo Jota after he was killed in a car crash in Spain.

The Portugal forward died along with his younger brother Andre Silva in the accident in Zamora on Thursday morning.

“Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota,” said a statement.

“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, team-mates 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.”

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