Trent Alexander-Arnold mourns Diogo Jota – ‘Forever Number 20'
Jota, who joined Liverpool in 2020 and quickly became a fan favourite for his sharp instincts and tireless work ethic, passed away earlier today in a car accident, along with his brother, sending shockwaves through the football world.
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Many tributes flooded in with Alexander-Arnold also now penning a heartfelt message following the sudden demise of his former teammate.
'It's so difficult to find the right words when your head and heart are struggling to accept that someone you care so much about has gone,' Alexander-Arnold wrote.
'Diogo, your family was your world. They were everything. For Rute, his children, and his parents, all of our hearts are broken. And for Andre as well. Brothers and best friends.
'When it's less painful, I want to remember Diogo with a big smile. So many laughs and happy moments. He was such a great teammate and a true friend.
'Forever number 20. Rest in peace, Diogo,' concluded Alexander-Arnold.
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Alexander-Arnold, who left Liverpool for Real Madrid in June, spent five seasons alongside Jota at Anfield and enjoyed many memorable moments together, including the Reds' 20th Premier League title earlier this year.
Real Madrid also put out a statement paying their respects to the Portuguese forward as the world mourns the tragic passing of a talented footballer.
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