Aug 3, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Liverpool forward Diogo Jota (20) celebrates a goal with midfielder Harvey Elliott (19) against Manchester United at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

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Liverpool To Honor Diogo Jota’s Contract by Paying Off Family in Full After Tragic Death

On Saturday morning, Gondomar hosted the funeral for Jota and Andre, with Liverpool sending a delegation to pay their respects.

The football world is still reeling from the sudden and tragic loss of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. The two brothers have left behind a void that can never truly be filled. Jota died in a car crash on Thursday along with his brother Andre. On Saturday morning, Gondomar hosted the funeral for Jota and Andre, with Liverpool sending a delegation of board members, players and coaches to pay their respects.

Many of Diogo Jota’s Liverpool teammates, including Virgil van Dijk, Andrew Robertson and Alexis Mac Allister, travelled to Portugal to stand alongside Jota’s family during this heartbreaking moment. Joined by club staff and former coaches, they paid tribute to the forward and his younger brother.

🚨 Virgil Van Dijk carries the number 20 for Diogo Jota and Andy Robertson carries the number 30 for Diogo's brother, Andre Silva. 🤍

The funeral is taking place right now in Gondomar, Porto. pic.twitter.com/m1PqeaNavd
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) July 5, 2025

Outside Anfield, thousands of fans gathered, laying flowers, scarves, and heartfelt messages in tribute to Jota’s memory. Jota’s contributions on the pitch were invaluable as he helped Liverpool secure the Premier League title last season with his tireless energy and decisive goals.

Liverpool To Honor Diogo Jota’s Contract

Reports from Portuguese outlet Record have now revealed a touching gesture from Liverpool in the aftermath of this tragedy. According to the report, the club will honour the remainder of Jota’s contract by paying it out in full to his family. Notably, Jota’s contract was set to run until 2027 before his tragic death.

Liverpool will pay the remaining two years of Diogo Jota’s contract to his family 🙏

𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒂 𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒃 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/0oBpST9BLU
— 433 (@433) July 5, 2025

This decision was made swiftly by Liverpool’s owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG). It will ensure that Jota’s wife Rute Cardoso and their three young children will have financial stability during this unimaginable period of grief.

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It is a gesture that speaks volumes about Liverpool’s values and unwavering commitment to its players and their families. The decision will also ensure that Jota’s legacy is honoured both on and off the pitch as the footballing world continues to mourn his untimely passing.

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