Artist confirms plans for Diogo Jota mural in response to online request

Hundreds of items have been laid outside Anfield in tribute to Diogo Jota since his tragic death in a car crash in Spain last Thursday, and a more permanent memorial is now being planned in Liverpool.

The 28-year-old and his brother Andre Silva were laid to rest at a funeral service in their hometown of Gondomar near Porto on Saturday, and the world of football continues to pay its respects to both men.

LFCTV aired a poignant one-hour tribute show to honour the Reds’ number 20 on Monday evening...