MADRID (BN24) — Portuguese football star and Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has reportedly died in a car crash in Spain at the age of 28, according to Portuguese and Spanish media outlets. The fatal accident is said to have occurred in the province of Zamora in northwestern Spain while Jota was traveling with his younger brother, André, also a professional footballer.
The crash took place on the A-52 highway near the municipality of Palacios de Sanabria, Spanish sports outlet Marca reported Wednesday. Early accounts indicate the vehicle veered off the road under unclear circumstances. It remains unknown whether Jota’s brother survived the crash or was injured.
Jota, a key figure in Liverpool’s front line, joined the Premier League club in 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a reported fee of £41 million. Known for his versatility and clinical finishing, he played primarily on the left wing and contributed significantly to Liverpool’s attacking depth in recent seasons.
The news of his reported death comes just two weeks after he celebrated his wedding to longtime partner Rute Cardoso in a ceremony held in Porto. The couple, who share three children, had recently marked the new chapter in their lives with photos widely shared across social media and by Portuguese news outlets.
Jota had enjoyed a standout football career both domestically and internationally. Before joining Liverpool, he played for F.C. Porto and Atlético Madrid before gaining prominence in the English Premier League with Wolverhampton. His time at Liverpool saw him become a fan favorite for his sharp instincts and relentless energy on the field.
There has been no official statement yet from Liverpool Football Club or local Spanish authorities confirming the details of the incident. Tributes, however, have begun pouring in from football fans across Europe as the sport reels from the sudden loss of one of its rising stars.
