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Liverpool Confirmed that they will retire No.20 shirt in further honor Diogo jotaWho died in a car accident with his brother, Andre silvaLast week.
Jota wore number 20 for the period of his time in Enfield after signing Walverhampton wanders In 2020.
Now, after consulting with his wife, route and family, the club has announced that Jota’s squad number will be retired at all levels including LFC women and academy.
The club stated that the move is designed not only to identify Jota’s contribution on the pitch, but also had the personal impact on Mercesis on the people associated with the Football Club during its five years.
Football CEO Michael Edwards for Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group said in a statement on Friday, “As a club, we all knew about the spirit of our supporters – and we felt the same way.”
“It was important to us to include Diaogo’s wife, root, and his family and to ensure that he was the first to know about our intentions to the decision.
“I believe that this is the first time in the history of the Liverpool Football Club that such respect has been given to a person. Therefore, we can say that this is a unique tribute to a specific wonderful person.
“By retiring the number of this squad, we are making it eternal – and so can never forget.
“Diogo joined us in 2020, he won us number 20 (Liverpool’s 20th English League title), and he wore with respect, distinction and affection – number 20.
“As far as the Liverpool Football Club is concerned, it will be our number 20 forever.”
Liverpool is ready to play his first game since Jota’s death – a friendly against the Championship Side Preseston North End on Sunday.
Premier League Several first-team players suited to the first presiden of summer champions, who reported training on Tuesday.
Preliminary employed withdrawal in the Presiden Training was delayed, with many players had Participated in Jota’s funeral Last Saturday in Portugal.
