Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has reacted with deep sorrow following the tragic deaths of his teammate Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva.
In an emotional message published on social media, Van Dijk expressed his deep shock at the loss of his teammate and close friend:
"I can't believe it, I don't want to believe it. I'm devastated and in disbelief. What a man, what a player, but most importantly, what an incredible family."
He emphasized the great pain that Jota's family is going through:
"For your family to lose two sons, a husband and a father is unimaginable. So cruel and unfair. My heart is breaking for your entire beautiful family, for Ruth and for your children. I promise you that in these difficult times and beyond we will always be by your family's side."
Van Dijk said he felt honoured to have played alongside Jota:
"A champion forever, number 20 forever. It was a privilege to stand by you on the field and be your friend off it."
Finally, he concluded the message with words that touch the heart of every fan:
"We will miss you endlessly and we will never forget you. Your legacy will live on, we will make sure of that."
Diogo Jota died on Thursday in a tragic accident in Spain, along with his brother André. Reactions from the football world continue, remembering him as an extraordinary footballer and a man loved by all.
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