Liverpool has paid heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota on what would have been his 29th birthday.
The Portugal international Jota and his brother André Silva were tragically killed in a car accident on July 3 in Spain.
Liverpool shared a photo of Jota wearing the Portuguese flag around his waist while holding the Premier League trophy he won last season.
“Today, as on every day, we remember Diogo Jota on what would have been his 29th birthday,” the club posted on social media.
“Our love, thoughts, and prayers continue to be with his wife Rute, his children, parents, and all his family and friends, as well as those of his brother, André.”
“Forever in our hearts, forever our number 20.”
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Throughout his tenure at Anfield after joining from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020, Jota wore the No. 20 jersey. He spent five seasons with Liverpool, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and League Cup.
Following his passing, Liverpool permanently retired the No. 20 jersey in his honor.
The club has also revealed plans to build a permanent memorial sculpture at Anfield to celebrate Jota’s legacy.
The Portuguese Football Federation shared a photograph of Jota with the UEFA Nations League trophy and stated: “Your legacy continues to inspire us. Forever our number 21. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers remain with your family.”
Jota scored 14 goals in 49 appearances for Portugal and secured two UEFA Nations League titles during his international career.