Liverpool and Portugal ahead Diogo Jota has died alongside his brother, André Silva, in a automotive crash close to Zamora, Spain within the early hours of Thursday morning, the Civil Guard informed the Related Press. He was 28 years previous.
The Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro and Portuguese FA additionally confirmed the information.
The Spanish civil guard confirmed to The Related Press that Jota and his brother had been discovered lifeless after their automotive went off a highway close to the western Spanish metropolis.
Police mentioned they’re investigating the reason for the incident. They mentioned there have been no different autos concerned.
The information comes simply weeks after Jota married his long-term accomplice, Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three kids.
Jota made 182 appearances for Liverpool since becoming a member of from Wolves in 2020. He lifted the Premier League title in Might, having beforehand gained the FA Cup and two Carabao Cups in his 5 years on the membership.
He started his profession at Portuguese aspect Paços de Ferreira and in addition loved spells at Atlético Madrid and FC Porto.
Jota additionally gained 49 worldwide caps for Portugal, throughout which he gained the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and once more final month, scoring 14 objectives.
His brother, 25-year-old André Silva, was additionally knowledgeable footballer, enjoying with decrease divison Portuguese membership Penafiel.