“This is the moment when I struggle.” Jürgen Klopp on the death of Diogo Jota

Jürgen Klopp on the passing of his former player.
Football news 03 july 2025, 08:34
Miguel Solomons Miguel Solomons Dailysports's expert
“This is the moment when I struggle.” Jürgen Klopp on the death of Diogo Jota Getty Images

Liverpool and Portugal national team player Diogo Jota died in a car accident on Thursday, July 3. Jürgen Klopp shared his thoughts on the tragedy.

Details: According to the German manager, these are the moments when he struggles and cannot find any higher meaning.

Quote: “This is the moment when I struggle!
There must be some higher meaning!
But I don't see it!
I am deeply shaken by the news of the deaths of Diogo and his brother André.
Diogo was not only a fantastic player, but also a wonderful friend, a loving and caring husband and father!
We will miss you dearly!

All my prayers, thoughts, and strength go to Rute, the children, the family, friends, and everyone who loved them!
Rest in peace — with love,” Klopp wrote on Instagram.

Football clubs have also reacted to the death of Liverpool player Diogo Jota.

Reminder: Jota was a Portuguese footballer, a striker and left winger for Liverpool and the Portugal national team. He previously played for Porto, Wolverhampton, and Portugal’s youth national team. He joined Liverpool in 2020, transferring from Wolverhampton for £41 million.

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