Chelsea FC has announced a heartwarming gesture, deciding to donate a portion of their Club World Cup bonuses to the families of the late Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. The Blues won the tournament by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final, earning them an estimated £84.4 million. As part of their winnings, the Chelsea squad received a bonus pot of £11.4 million to be shared among the players.
Each player was set to receive approximately £475,000, but in a classy move, they’ve decided to give a portion of their bonuses to Jota’s family. According to reports, the amount donated will be equivalent to one share of the bonus, which translates to around £368,184 or $500,000. This decision was made jointly by the club and the players, showcasing their respect and admiration for the late Liverpool winger.
Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Spain’s Zamora province on July 3, 2025. The football community has come together to pay tribute to Jota’s legacy, with Liverpool announcing plans to retire his No. 20 jersey and unveil a memorial sculpture at Anfield.
*Tributes to Diogo Jota*
– Liverpool plans to retire Jota’s No. 20 jersey and unveil a memorial sculpture at Anfield to honor his legacy.
– A mosaic will be displayed pre-match at Liverpool’s game against Bournemouth, covering the Kop and the lower tier of the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand.
– Wolves, Jota’s former club, will hold similar tributes and have announced plans for a permanent tribute to their former striker at Molineux.
*Chelsea Player’s Connection to Jota*
– Pedro Neto, a Chelsea player and close friend of Jota’s, paid tribute to him before the quarter-final against Palmeiras and pledged to win the Club World Cup in his honor.
– Neto was offered compassionate leave following Jota’s death but chose to play in every subsequent game, dedicating the win to Jota and his brother.
This generous act by Chelsea and its players has been widely applauded, highlighting the solidarity and compassion within the football world.
