Heartbroken Jurgen Klopp Opens Up About His Reaction After Hearing Diogo Jota’s Tragic Death
Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has spoken with deep emotion about the heartbreaking moment he learned of Diogo Jota’s tragic passing. The beloved Portuguese forward, who was only 28, lost his life alongside his brother in a fatal car crash in Spain earlier this year. The two were reportedly on their way back to the United Kingdom as Liverpool prepared to begin pre-season training.
The devastating news sent shockwaves throughout the football world, leaving fans, teammates, and coaches in grief. Among those most affected was Klopp, who had coached Jota during his time at Liverpool and developed a strong admiration for both his talent and personality.
In a recent appearance on The Diary of a CEO podcast, Klopp recounted the painful moment he was informed of the tragedy. “I got a message in the morning—‘Boss, I have bad news,’” he recalled. “Then I received another message from a friend in Liverpool. I could not believe it. It just didn’t seem possible. I heard the words, and I understood them, but my brain refused to accept it.”
The German coach explained that the shock left him completely speechless. “I remember exactly where I was when I found out,” Klopp said. “I sat there for a long time, not saying a single word. I just couldn’t process it. I had seen photos from the wedding where he and his brother were so full of life, smiling and happy. To think that only days later they were gone—it was impossible to grasp.”
Klopp described Jota as not only an outstanding footballer but also a “very special young man” whose humility, dedication, and energy made him beloved by everyone at the club. “Diogo was the kind of player every manager dreams of,” Klopp
