Liverpool’s numbers pay homage to past and present numbers following the tragic death of Diogo Jota at just 28 years old.
Alongside his older brother Andre, Portugal International’s passes rock the world of football and flood the entire game.
Among those who speak publicly are Darwin Nunes, who is ahead of the current Liverpool, and former club icons Stephen Gerrard and Jamie Carrager.
Last season, Uruguay International, who wore a No. 9 shirt at Anfield, posted a message on Instagram in Spanish.
Translated, the 25-year-old wrote: “There is no word of comfort in so much pain. I always remember you with your smile.
“I will send all my strength to his family. I am sure no matter where he is, he will always be with you, especially your wife and three children.”
Gerrard and Karager share the meaning of Jota’s sad dol
Carragher posted via BBC News: “This morning, catastrophic news about Diogo Jota and his brother Andre.
“I have my thoughts with my family and friends, especially my wife Rute and all of my three lovely children.”
Gerrard has been added easily: “Lipp Diogo. During this incredibly sad time, I would like to express my sadness to his family and friends.”
The duo joined Cristiano Ronaldo and many others from the broader football community after this horrifying event.
Club Community and the Wide Game Respond to Diogojota’s Tragedy
Jota made 182 appearances for the Reds after signing from the Wolves in 2020, scoring 65 goals and providing 22 assists in all competitions.
His tenacity, imminent, and threat of goals was a key qualities under Jurgen Klopp and Arne Slot, winning three trophies at Anfield.
liverpoolfc.com shared a short homage on the club’s official website to confirm the tragic passing of Jota and his brother.
In such an emotional time, this is when the world of football can come together to find each other and share the respect of a man loved by so many people.
You can view Nunez’s Jota posts on his Instagram account.