Liverpool forward Diogo Jota died in a fatal car crash in Spain during the early hours of Thursday morning
Liverpool star Diogo Jota
Liverpool star Diogo Jota(Image: PA)
Newcastle United and Manchester City strikers Alexander Isak and Erling Haaland are among the Premier League stars to have paid tribute to Liverpool star Diogo Jota following his tragic death on Thursday morning. The 28-year-old died alongside his brother Andre Silva in Spain following a car accident.
According to the Zamora provincial council, firefighters attended the scene on the A52, known as the Palacios de Sanabria, after the vehicle caught fire. Following the news of the siblings' deaths, Liverpool FC released the following statement: "Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota.
"The club have been informed the 28-year-old has passed away following a road traffic accident in Spain along with his brother, Andre. Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss."
Jota's passing has hit the Premier League hard with a number of rival players sending their condolences to the Portuguese star's family. Posting on Instagram, Isak wrote: "Sad day for the football world.
"Rest in peace Diogo and Andre." Haaland added: "RIP Diogo, way too early."
Manchester United captain and Jota's international teammate Bruno Fernandes posted a moving tribute on his Instagram, writing: "Friend, colleague and companion of a thousand battles. It's hard to understand how can someone leave so soon.
"May you and your brother find the peace you need to watch over your loved ones who lost you too soon and suddenly. My condolences to all your family."
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes' tribute to Diogo Jota
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes' tribute to Diogo Jota
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice wrote: "So, so sad. Heartbreaking!
"RIP to Diogo and his brother Andre. Sending love and condolences to his family."
Meanwhile, Chelsea's club captain Reece James simply wrote: "Heartbreaking."