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English Clubside Liverpool postpones Pre-season Training, Players, Fans and Coaches Grapple With Death of Diogo Jota

Liverpool foitball club had postponed the return of players for pre-season training following the tragic death of Diogo Jota in a car crash. 


The 28-year-old forward, along with his brother Andre Silva, died in Spain early on Thursday following a burst tyre caused that caused their vehicle to veer off the highway as the Premier League champions continue to mourn the loss of their team-mate.


Jota a Portuguese international who died in a car crash alongside his 25-year-old brother while returning to Liverpool for pre-season had undergone minor surgery and was advised not to fly. 


Based on the advice he opted to travel back to England by car and ferry before his fatal clash that killed the 28 year old.


Liverpool players were scheduled to return for pre-season medical at the AXA Training Centre on Friday, July 4, but will now report on Monday, July 7 according to reports.


Head coach Arne Slot emphasised the deep emotional toll the tragedy has taken on the squad as Liverpool’s facilities remain closed, with tributes pouring in from fans, clubs, and followers of the game across the world.


A physical book of condolence has been set up at Anfield, while the fans troop to the stadium to pay tribute to the player with shirts, scarves, and messages. Mourners also assembled at a wake in Portugal on Friday morning to pay tribute to the brothers.

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