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Liverpool release images of permanent Anfield tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva

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SportFootballDiogo JotaA new sculpture will be unveiled outside Anfield following the tragic death of the brothers last summerLiverpool have unveiled images of a new permanent memorial to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva at Anfield following the brothers' tragic death last July.Reds forward Jota and his brother were killed in a car crash last summer as the Portugal international made his way back to Merseyside for pre-season training, and just days after he had married long-term partner Rute Cardoso.In the days that followed his death, Anfield was turned into a shrine as scarves, flags and floral arrangements were left by mourners, and Reds supporters, as well as opposition players and fans, have continued to remember Jota at every home match this season, often pausing for reflection outside the stadium.Liverpool retired Jota's No.20 shirt at all levels of the club last season, and fans have continued to chant the forward's name in the 20th minute of every match.READ MORE: How many points Liverpool need for Champions League qualification after Aston Villa drawREAD MORE: Joe Cole questions whether one manager could change FSG's Liverpool stance on Arne SlotThe new sculpture is titled 'Forever 20', with Liverpool saying it "celebrates their lives, their bond, and the love and respect felt by family, teammates and supporters across the world."The club continued in a statement: "At its centre is a flowing heart sculpture, in acknowledgement of Diogo’s iconic goal celebration, while viewed from different angles it also reveals the numbers 20 and 30, which adorned the back of the brothers’ playing shirts."It will also feature the lyrics to Jota’s famous song so beloved by Liverpool fans, and one they still sing at every game on the 20th minute."The club will provide further updates on when the sculpture will be officially unveiled but can confirm it will be positioned on 97 Avenue, where thousands of physical tributes – including flowers, scarves, works of art, cards, banners and opposition jerseys – were placed to create a poignant tribute area in the immediate aftermath of their loss."It will stand on a Granby Rock-faced stone plinth, laser-engraved with a dedication to both brothers, and incorporated into the plinth itself are many of the physical tributes that were left at Anfield. This unique recycling process ensures the voices and emotions shared by fans at the time become a permanent and enduring part of this memorial."It will also include personal references that reflect Diogo’s life beyond football, including a games controller detail resting on the plinth, and will serve as a permanent symbol of love, unity and remembrance, and a place where everyone can reflect, remember and pay their respects."FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FC FACEBOOK PAGE!



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