On July 9, Sky Sports reported that Spanish police believe Liverpool forward Diogo Jota was the driver responsible for the fatal car accident that claimed his and his brother’s lives.
The outlet stated, “Based on all the evidence gathered so far, Spanish police have concluded that Jota was the driver involved in the traffic accident. Furthermore, they believe the vehicle was significantly exceeding the highway speed limit at the time of the crash.”
Jota and his brother, André Silva, recently passed away in a tragic car accident. The two were reportedly traveling from Portugal to northern Spain (Santander) and were scheduled to take a ferry back to the UK. However, they died in a car crash on the A-52 highway near Zamora, Spain.
Previously, Spanish authorities have concluded their preliminary investigation into the fatal car accident that claimed the lives of Diogo Jota and his younger brother on July 3 in Zamora, Spain. According to the Civil Guard, the vehicle was traveling at excessive speed when a tire failure caused the car to veer off the road and catch fire.
The accident occurred as the two were en route to Santander, with plans to board a ferry bound for the United Kingdom. Jota, recovering from a recent lung surgery, had opted for road travel following medical advice to avoid air transportation.
The vehicle involved a Lamborghini Huracan equipped with a high-performance V10 engine capable of reaching speeds up to 325 km/h was reportedly exceeding the posted 120 km/h speed limit. While no official statement has confirmed the identity of the driver, sources familiar with the case suggest that Jota was likely behind the wheel.
The investigation notes that during an overtaking maneuver, a tire burst, causing the driver to lose control. The car crashed into roadside barriers and exploded shortly thereafter. Both Jota and his brother were killed instantly.
Authorities are preparing to submit a full report including tire condition, road surface analysis, and vehicle telemetry data to the Puebla de Sanabria court, which is overseeing the legal proceedings.
The tragedy has had a profound impact on Liverpool Football Club, forcing a delay in their pre-season training schedule. Manager Arne Slot granted players an additional four days of leave so they could attend the funeral services in Gondomar, Portugal, where the brothers were laid to rest.
Beyond the professional setback, the loss has devastated teammates, supporters, and the wider football community. The club has opened a book of condolences and held a private ceremony to honor Jota’s legacy at Anfield Stadium.
Diogo Jota joined Liverpool in 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers and quickly became a key player in the squad. His death not only marks the loss of a talented athlete but also a respected figure within the international football fraternity.