Liverpool FC manager Arne Slot expressed his shock and sadness over the tragic loss of player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. In a statement, Slot said that he struggles to find words to describe his feelings but wanted to assure the family that they will never walk alone.
Slot remembered Diogo as a loved one to everyone at the club, describing him as “a teammate, a colleague, a workmate” who embodied the qualities of a Liverpool player: hard work, desire, commitment, and great quality. He also highlighted Diogo’s kind heart and his ability to make others feel good about themselves.
The statement echoed by the leadership teams at Liverpool FC and Fenway Sports Group offered sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva. The club has also opened books of condolence in honour of Diogo Jota, allowing fans to pay their respects.
Slot’s words came as a surprise, given that he had not worked with Diogo previously but knew immediately that his qualities earned him a special place among the Liverpool supporters. He promised that the club would stand together and support each other during this difficult time.
The tragic loss of Diogo Jota has left the football community in shock, and his fellow players and staff are still coming to terms with the news. As Slot said, “He will never be forgotten.”
Source: https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/arne-slot-statement