Trent Alexander-Arnold has penned a heartfelt tribute to Diogo Jota at Anfield ahead of Liverpool‘s Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday evening.
The 27-year-old right-back has returned to Merseyside for the first time since his former teammate’s devastating passing in July. The beloved player tragically perished in a road traffic collision at the tender age of 28.
Tributes flooded in from across the globe for Jota and his loved ones. Alexander-Arnold has now come forward to honour his memory, placing flowers outside Anfield.
He was accompanied by Real Madrid’s boss Xabi Alonso, Dean Huijsen and Emilio Butragueno. He also penned a moving letter, which stated: « My mate Diogo, you are so missed but still so loved. Yours and Andre’s memory will always live on.
« I smile every time I think about you and will always remember the great times we shared. Miss you mate, every day. Forever 20, YNWA. Love, Trent and family. »
Earlier during the summer months, the right-back shared a tribute message on social media.
« It’s so difficult to find the right words when your head and heart are struggling to accept that someone you care so much about has gone, » it stated.
« Diogo, your family was your world. They were everything. For Rute, his children, and his parents, all of our hearts are broken. And for Andre as well.
« Brothers and best friends. When it’s less painful, I want to remember Diogo with a big smile.
« So many laughs and happy moments. He was such a great teammate and a true friend. Forever number 20. Rest in peace, Diogo. »
Alexander-Arnold, who shared the pitch with Jota for five seasons at Liverpool, moved to Real Madrid after his contract ended in May, concluding a 21-year stint with the Merseyside club.
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