With deep desolation, the Liverpool officially spoke After confirming the tragic Death of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva In a vehicular accident this Thursday morning in the Zamora province.
Hours after the unfortunate news, the Anfield club has made public a Triple statement in which members of the Sports Directorate, owners of the entity and coach Arne Slot They show their condolences towards the Portuguese family, reflecting their deep sadness for the departure of both brothers.
Arne Slot's words
“What to say? What can be said at a time like this, when shock and pain are so intense? I wish I had the words, but I know I don't have them. My message for them is very clear: they will never walk alone. The players, the coaching staff and the fans of Liverpool Football Club are with youand from what I have seen today, the same can be said of the whole football family. “
“I could say a lot about what he contributed to our team, but the truth is that anyone who saw Diogo played. Hard work, desire, commitment, great quality, goals. The essence of what a Liverpool player should be. There were also the papers that not everyone could see. The person who never sought popularity, but found it anyway. He was not a friend of two people, he was a friend of all. Someone who made others feel good just by being with them. A person who cared deeply about his family. The last time we talked, I congratulated Diogo for winning the League of Nations and wished him luck at his next wedding. In many ways, it was a dream summer for Diogo and his family, which makes it even more painful that it has ended. “
The pronouncement of Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes
“There is nothing we can say at this time to relieve the pain of such a devastating tragedy. We all feel deeply desolate. In such heartbreaking circumstances, it is our responsibility to recognize the collective pain that we are experiencing, pay tribute to our diogo and offer unwavering support to his family, which remains our absolute priority at this time. Diogo's wife, Rute, her three beautiful children, her parents and the whole family face an unimaginable loss. This tragic accident took not only Diogo, but also his brother, André Silva. ”
“We cried them equally. We must respect the privacy of the family and provide them with the space to express their duel as they need. Of course, we, his Liverpool family, are also struggling to assimilate what happened. As companions, friends and colleagues, we are overwhelmed by shock and pain. We know that our fans, their national team, their former clubs and colleagues, and the football community in general, share this pain. ”
“This is a tragedy that transcends Liverpool Football Club. In the next few days, as a club, we will honor our beloved number 20 with the respect and love that deserves so much. We will strive that these tributes are significant and inclusive for our hobby, for which Diogo meant so much. “
The declaration of the owners of Liverpool
“On behalf of the leadership teams of the Liverpool Football Club y Fenway Sports Groupwe offer our most sincere and felt condolences to the family and friends of our number 20, Diogo Jota, and his brother Andre Silva. This tragic situation and their reality are truly shocking, devastating and have left us paralyzed by pain. Therefore, we cannot imagine how the immediate family should feel and beyond these extraordinary brothers. Our thoughts, prayers and support are with all of them. “
“We all know what Diogo could do on the playing field and the vital role he played in our successes since he joined this club in 2020. How quickly became a great favorite of the fans and how his song resonated in Anfield and in stadiums around the world. So many special moments, so many special memories. “
“But beyond the player we all knew as a wonderfully humble person, he was sincere, intelligent, fun, strong and connected with the people wherever they were going. I had an enthusiasm for the contagious life. Diogo was a father, son, husband and affectionate brother, and we, and all of us who knew him, will surprise him deeply while trying to process the magnitude of the present. Rest in peace, Diogo and André. They will never walk alone. “
