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Liverpool forward Jota death leaves football world in shock

The death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Jota in a car crash aged 28 has left the football world in shock.

Jota had his brother, Andre Silva, both died in the crash in the Spanish province of Zamora.

BBC Sport has been told the 28-year-old was on his way to return to Liverpool for pre-season training by ferry because he had undergone minor surgery so doctors advised him against flying.

Jota married his long-term partner Rute Cardoso, with whom he had three children, just 11 days ago.

Liverpool said his death is a "tragedy that transcends" the club, while fans gathered outside Anfield to lay tributes.