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The tragic passing away of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva has deeply affected the entire squad.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot and the coaching staff are giving the players space and time to adjust before making key decisions — especially when it comes to stepping back onto the pitch.

One of those decisions involves the upcoming friendly against Preston North End.



Scheduled for Sunday, July 13 at Deepdale, the match was planned long before Jota’s passing.

Preston North End have already expressed full support, saying they will postpone the match if Liverpool chooses not to play.

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If the Preston game takes place, it will mark Liverpool’s first match since the tragedy.

The pain of losing Diogo Jota remains fresh.

Liverpool will only move forward when the time feels right.

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