Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admits he’s struggling to course of the information of Diogo Jota’s dying.
Jota was killed in a single day when the Lamborghini he was travelling in got here off the street in Zamora, a province in north-west Spain.
The 28-year-old’s brother Andre Silva, who performed for Portuguese second-division facet Penafiel, was additionally killed. He was 25.
Jota was a key participant for Klopp at Liverpool
Klopp introduced Jota to Anfield in 2020 for an preliminary £41million from Wolves and was rewarded by the Portugal worldwide enjoying a key function as Liverpool gained the FA Cup in 2022, in addition to reaching the ultimate of the EFL Cup and Champions League in the identical 12 months.
Jota scored 9 objectives in 37 appearances final season because the Merseysiders gained the Premier League underneath Klopp’s successor, Arne Slot.
The German wrote on Instagram: “This is a second the place I battle!
“There should be an even bigger function! But I can’t see it!”
I’m heartbroken – Klopp
He added: “I’m heartbroken to listen to concerning the passing of Diogo and his brother André.
“Diogo was not solely a implausible participant, but additionally an important good friend, a loving and caring husband and father!
“We will miss you a lot!
“All my prayers, ideas and energy to Rute, the youngsters, the household, the buddies and everybody who cherished them!
“Rest in peace – Love J.”
