The Portuguese died following a car crash in Spain, along with his younger brother Andre Silva, who was also a professional footballer and played for Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel.
Former Liverpool and England defender Carragher said on Sky Sports News: “Just in a state of shock. Not with anyone associated to Liverpool but football in general. It is one of the few times when the football family all come together.
“I just cannot believe it. For everybody involved but especially his family – his wife and the children they’ve got, it’s devastating for all involved.
“I can only imagine how his team-mates feel at Liverpool and Portugal, they must be in a world of pain with his friends and family.”
Jota helped Liverpool win the Premier League title last season and was part of the Portugal side that lifted the Nations League last month, while he got married less than a fortnight ago.
Carragher added: “It just shows us all how quickly life can change. What a summer he’s had, and you get this devastating news that his family have had in the last few hours, you can’t even comprehend it.”
Raul Jimenez and Ruben Neves posted on their Instagram stories following the announcement of their former Wolves team-mate’s death.
Mexico striker Jimenez, now at Fulham, said: “It’s hard to receive this kind of news, and I still can’t believe it.
Atlético de Madrid is shocked by the tragic news of the passing of former club player Diogo Jota and his brother André. We send our deepest condolences to their family and loved ones. May they rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/gbYbKgRIWD
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) July 3, 2025
“An excellent colleague, friend, and above all, a great father. Thanks for everything, my friend. We’ll always remember you.”
Jota’s Portuguese compatriot Neves said: “They say we only lose people when we forget them. I will never forget them.”
Jota’s former clubs Porto and Atletico Madrid also took to social media. Porto said on X they were in “mourning” in a statement, while Atletico added they were “shocked by the tragic news”.
My prayers goes out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA JOTA!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️ https://t.co/B3tYVJJxkA
— LeBron James (@KingJames) July 3, 2025
Former Manchester United and England defender Gary Neville wrote on X: “That is heartbreaking news on Diogo Jota and his brother. All my love and best wishes to his family.”
NBA great and renowned Liverpool supporter LeBron James wrote on X: “My prayers goes out to his loved ones during this time! May you all be guided and protected! YNWA (You’ll Never Walk Alone) JOTA!!”
