Wolverhampton Wanderers have posthumously inducted Diogo Jota into their Hall of Fame following the Portuguese forward’s tragic death in a car accident earlier this month. He was just 28.
The former Wolves and Liverpool star is remembered not only for his outstanding contributions on the pitch but also for the profound impact his passing has had on the football community. A statement on the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account read: “Diogo Jota has been inducted into the Wolves Hall of Fame. It’s a tribute that honours both his remarkable achievements for the club and the deep impact his passing has had on the footballing world.”
Jota joined Wolves on loan from Atltico Madrid in 2017 and quickly became a fans’ favourite. He played a key role in the club’s successful push for promotion, scoring 17 goals in the Championship as Wolves returned to the Premier League after a six-year absence. His move was made permanent the following season, and over three years at Molineux, he made 131 appearances and scored 44 goals. His performances helped the club to two successive seventh-place finishes in the top flight.
In 2020, Jota completed a high-profile move to Liverpool for 45 million. At Anfield, he continued to impress with his relentless work rate, technical quality and eye for goal, becoming a vital part of Jrgen Klopp’s squad and earning admiration from fans and peers alike.
The football community was left devastated by the news of Jota’s death, which occurred in a tragic car crash that also claimed the life of his brother, fellow footballer Andr Silva. Tributes have poured in from across the world. Liverpool and Preston North End held a moment of remembrance before their recent pre-season friendly, and Liverpool have since confirmed they will retire the No. 20 shirt in his honour.
“Diogo was not only a phenomenal footballer, but someone who carried himself with humility and kindness throughout his time at Wolves, and will be sorely missed by all of us,” said Matt Wild, Wolves’ director of football administration.
Wolves’ Hall of Fame, established in 2008, celebrates those who have made an indelible mark on the club. With his induction, Jota joins club legends such as Billy Wright, Derek Dougan and Steve Bull-ensuring his name will forever be etched into the club’s proud history.
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