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Cristiano Ronaldo led the tributes from across the football world to Diogo Jota after the Liverpool and Portugal forward was killed in a car accident in Spain.

Jota won promotion to the Premier League in his first season and made 131 appearances for Wolves before joining Liverpool in 2020, winning the Premier League last season.

Wolves said: “Diogo was adored by our fans, loved by his teammates and cherished by everyone who worked with him during his time at Wolves.



Our hearts go out to the family, friends and loved ones of Diogo and his brother, André.

You will be truly missed, and always remembered.”

The former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher said: “Devastating news about Diogo Jota & his brother André this morning.

Porto added: “It is with shock and deep regret that we send our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who was also our athlete in the youth ranks.” Porto’s rivals, Sporting, said “the world of football is poorer”.

The Premier League also paid tribute to Jota: “Everyone at the Premier League is shocked and devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André.

Penafiel said: “At this very difficult moment, Penafiel football club sends its most sincere condolences to the family, friends and all those who shared with André and Diogo moments of life and passion for the sport ..