Liverpool to create permanent memorial sculpture at Anfield to honor Diogo Jota
Jota and his brother, André Silva, died when they crashed while driving in northwestern Spain on July 3. Liverpool fans honored their passing by leaving flowers and other objects outside Anfield.
The club said that the floral arrangements left for Jota would be composted and used in flower beds at club properties, including its stadium. Liverpool had already said that it is retiring Jota's No. 20 jersey number.
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