Announced he's leaving Liverpool 4 days ago and is set to be announced at his new club tomorrow but I'm supposed to believe he had no idea he wasn't staying until last week
Michael Edwards on the decision to retire Diogo Jota’s number 20:
As a club, we were all acutely aware of the sentiment of our supporters – and we felt exactly the same way.
It was vitally important to us to involve Diogo’s wife, Rute, and his family in the decision and to ensure they were the first to know of our intention.
I believe this is the first time in Liverpool Football Club’s history that such an honour has been bestowed upon an individual. Therefore, we can say this is a unique tribute to a uniquely wonderful person.
By retiring this squad number, we are making it eternal – and therefore never to be forgotten.
Diogo joined us in 2020, he won us number 20, and he wore – with honour, distinction and affection – the number 20.
As far as Liverpool Football Club is concerned, he will be forever our number 20.
@BabatundeKoiki watched podcasts of some ex players after the game, and they all acted like there was nothing to this. Most never talked about the foul on Salah or the strange free kick for their 1st goal. I think most people silently don’t want Liverpool to win the league.
In an era when many are too scared to stand up for the truth, you’ve remained resilient, uncompromising and fearless in your advocacies for the betterment of our country.
Today, I cease the opportunity of your birthday to remind you that history will be kind to you, and history will vindicate you.
You’ve been a pillar to many in the civic space.
Thank you for not being silent.
Happy birthday to you, Sir.
@ChidiOdinkalu