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Spanish police unveil the preliminary conclusions of the accident investigation

Mané pays tribute to Jota as police reveal initial findings of the accident

The international sporting world is in mourning following the announcement of the death of Liverpool's Portuguese player, Diogo Jota, in a devastating car accident that also claimed the life of his brother, André Silva, last Thursday in northwest Spain.This sudden tragedy has sent shockwaves through the football community, especially among his former Liverpool teammates, including Senegalese star Sadio Mané.Mané, who shared a close bond with Jota from their years together in the Anfield dressing room, could not hide his emotion in the face of this heartbreaking event. On his official account on the platform (X), he posted a farewell message:"Your passing leaves a void, as you left us in the prime of your life. It pains us deeply, and the sense of disbelief is shared by all of us who spent years alongside you at Liverpool FC."

Police reveal preliminary conclusions of the accident investigation

In the wake of this tragic news, Spanish police have released the first results of their investigation, confirming that excessive speed was the main cause of the accident.According to information reported by Sky Sports, the vehicle carrying Jota and his brother lost control and crashed into the side of the road, resulting in their instant death as they were traveling to England to join Liverpool's preseason training camp.