Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has sent a heartfelt message to the family and friends of Diogo Jota after the death of the Portugal forward at the age of 28.

"RIP Diogo," Gerrard wrote on his Instagram story following the news breaking, alongside a greyscale picture of Jota that had been posted by the official Liverpool FC account.

"Condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly sad time," Gerrard said.

"Liverpool Football Club are devastated by the tragic passing of Diogo Jota," the club said in a statement this morning.

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"Liverpool FC will be making no further comment at this time and request the privacy of Diogo and Andre’s family, friends, teammates and club staff is respected as they try to come to terms with an unimaginable loss.

"We will continue to provide them with our full support."

"Our deepest condolences are with the loved ones of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre, and everyone connected with Liverpool FC following today’s heartbreaking news," a Manchester United post on social media read.

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"Everyone at Everton is sending their thoughts and condolences to the family and friends of Diogo and Andre Silva."

"Devastating news about Diogo Jota & his brother Andre this morning," Jamie Carragher said.

"It is with shock and deep sorrow 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.

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