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A website claiming to be the official "Diogo Jota Foundation" has abruptly disappeared after collecting nearly £50,000 in public donations. The foundation purported to raise funds in the name of Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota for charitable causes, but it was later revealed to have no connection to Jota, his family, or Liverpool FC. The sudden removal of the website has raised serious concerns about the legitimacy of the operation and the use of the donated money.

Neither Liverpool FC nor Diogo Jota’s relatives were aware of or involved with the foundation, which had been soliciting donations under Jota's name without authorization. Once the website’s dubious status came to light, it was taken down, removing all traces of the fundraising effort. The controversy has sparked discussions around charity scams and the need for due diligence when donating online.

The foundation’s disappearance leaves many questions unanswered about the whereabouts of the nearly £50,000 raised and whether the funds will be recovered or redirected to legitimate causes. This incident highlights a growing problem of fake charity websites exploiting the names of high-profile personalities to solicit money with no accountability.

Authorities and football fans alike have expressed disappointment over the deceptive scheme, emphasizing the importance of verifying charitable organizations before contributing. Liverpool FC and Diogo Jota’s representatives have publicly distanced themselves from the operation and cautioned supporters against similar scams in future.

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