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Diogo Jota died in a car crash while in Spain with his brother (Image: Getty)

Diogo Jota's death is reportedly being investigated by Spanish police as a "possible speeding incident" after the Liverpool forward, 28, died in a car crash.



Jota's brother, Andre, 26, was also in the car at the time and was also killed.

Diogo Jota Spanish police statement after Liverpool forward dies in crash	BREAKING: Spanish police release statement confirming details of Diogo Jota's tragic death	Spanish police release statement confirming details of Diogo Jota's tragic death

The crash occurred on the Rias Bajas Highway (A-52) in Spain, near Palacios de Sanabria, heading towards Benavente.

Police confirmed the incident happened at 12:30am, with the Lamborghini veering off the road and setting alight following a burst tyre.

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It has since been reported by the PA news agency, through a statement from a Spanish government source, that the police are investigating the crash as a "possible speeding incident".

Pending the completion of forensic tests, one of the deceased has been identified as Diogo Jota, a Liverpool FC player, and his brother, Andre Felipe."

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Ex-Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, who brought Jota to the club in 2020, said in a social media post: This is a moment where I struggle!

Rest in peace - Love J."

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