Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Diogo Jota and his younger brother André, who were killed in a car accident on Thursday. Jota, 28, and André died after their car veered off a motorway in northern Spain and burst into flames.
Klopp, now serving as Red Bull's "head of global soccer," had been instrumental in bringing Jota to Liverpool in 2020, convincing the club's board to sanction a £45 million ($62 million) transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers after being impressed by the Portuguese forward’s performances.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!In an emotional post on Instagram, Klopp shared his grief:
"This is a moment where I struggle!" he wrote.
"There must be a bigger purpose! But I can't see it! I'm heartbroken to hear about the passing of Diogo and his brother Andre.
"Diogo was not only a fantastic player, but also a great friend, a loving and caring husband and father!
"We will miss you so much! All my prayers, thoughts and power to Rute, the kids, the family, the friends and everyone who loved them! Rest in peace -- Love."
During Jota’s early days at Liverpool, Klopp had described him as an “exceptional player, exceptional boy,” underlining the strong bond they shared.
Jota made an immediate impact after joining the Reds, becoming the first player in Liverpool’s history to score in each of his first four home games. He played a crucial role in the club’s 2021/22 campaign, helping them win the League Cup and FA Cup, and coming agonizingly close to a historic quadruple — narrowly missing out on the Premier League and Champions League titles.
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